antitechnicism
Antitechnicism refers to the opposition to technological advancement, often rooted in concerns about its ethical, environmental, social, or existential implications. Unlike technophobia, which is primarily an emotional aversion to technology, antitechnicism is typically grounded in reasoned critiques of specific technological developments or their broader societal impacts. Movements and individuals advocating antitechnicism argue that certain technologies—such as artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, or industrial automation—pose risks that outweigh their benefits, including job displacement, loss of privacy, ecological harm, or the erosion of human autonomy.
Historically, antitechnicism has emerged in response to rapid industrialization, with critics like Thomas Carlyle and John
Critics of antitechnicism argue that such opposition can stifle innovation, hinder economic growth, and leave societies