technologine

Technologine is a hypothetical term used in speculative fiction and philosophical discussions to describe a pervasive, self-organizing, and emergent technological system that may one day supersede or integrate with organic life. The concept often explores the potential for technology to develop its own consciousness, goals, and evolutionary trajectory independent of human control.

The idea of technologine draws parallels with concepts like the technological singularity, where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence, and the memetic spread of ideas, but with a focus on the physical and informational infrastructure of technology itself becoming a dominant force. It suggests that as technology becomes more interconnected and complex, it could begin to exhibit characteristics of a living organism, such as adaptation, reproduction, and a drive for self-preservation and expansion.

Discussions around technologine often raise questions about the future of humanity's role in a world increasingly shaped by advanced technology. Some envision a symbiotic relationship, while others explore scenarios of human obsolescence or integration into the technologine itself. The term is not associated with any specific scientific field but serves as a conceptual tool for exploring the furthest reaches of technological evolution and its potential impact on existence.