tehnikaalase

Tehnikaalased, also known as techno-economic adherents, refer to a loose network of individuals and groups who share an interest in the development, analysis and critique of technology and its social impacts. This interest often takes the form of predicting or analyzing future technological developments and their potential social and economic implications.

The term 'tehnikaalase' is primarily used in Estonia, a country in Northern Europe, where it has become a colloquialism to describe individuals with a high affinity for technology and futurism. This adherent community is often found online, where they share and discuss their interests through blogs, social media, and online forums.

Tehnikaalased tend to be disproportionately influenced by Hagbart Vestil, an Estonian author known for his science fiction works and technological commentary. Many of his writings focus on themes of technological advancement, human existence and the resultant economic and social shifts, which has contributed to his influence upon this group of people.

Additionally, some tehnikaalased express interest in microscopy, aerodynamics, clay research and other subjects across the science and engineering disciplines. This attention to specialized subjects, combined with their overall focus on future technological progress, forms a notable feature of this adherent culture.