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Accelerating the 2nd Copernican Revolution

Posted on 16 September, 2021 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, Before Copernicus, it was generally believed that everything revolved around the Earth. The Sun was, in that conception, just another heavenly sphere (albeit with some special qualities). But then Copernicus boldly placed the Sun at the centre of … Continue reading →

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Longevity. Resilience. Wellbeing. More!

Posted on 22 April, 2020 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) Longevity 2020, 27th Apr to 1st May It might be the most important gathering, so far, on the topic of significantly extending healthy longevity. It’s been organised at high speed, but it has already built a very … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 16 Aug 2019

Posted on 15 August, 2019 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, Please find below news of events and projects that may be of interest. 1.) A new series of London Futurists video interviews Look out for a number of London Futurists video interviews, under the general theme “The most … Continue reading →

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Request for debaters (and more)

Posted on 6 July, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists. 1.) Request for debaters for event on 6th August On the evening of Monday 6th August, London Futurists in partnership with the Great Debaters Club will be holding a formal debate on the motion “A digital dictatorship will create … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 20 Jun 2018

Posted on 20 June, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) Nesta FutureFest discount code Will technology control us? Or can we control technology? Is democracy broken? If so, how can we fix it? Can we protect our planet… by reforming the economy? Can we rebuild our cities… … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 8 Mar 2018

Posted on 8 March, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, I’ve some news to share about forthcoming events: 1.) Technology and the radical transformation of politics – Mon 26 Mar A better politics awaits us, beckoning us forward. It’s up to us – all of us – whether we … Continue reading →

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London Futurists summer update

Posted on 26 July, 2017 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, July and August are quieter months for London Futurists. That’s because it’s a time when lots of people take breaks. It’s also because I’m personally trying to concentrate on finishing my forthcoming book “Transcending Politics: A Technoprogressive Roadmap … Continue reading →

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Room change for this Saturday, and more

Posted on 19 May, 2017 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) A last-minute surge in interest Due to a surge in RSVPs over the last 36 hours, the room I had previously booked for this Saturday’s event (i.e. tomorrow) was going to be a squeeze. On this occasion, I’ve … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 8 Mar 2017

Posted on 9 March, 2017 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, Are you interested in events and projects that will shed insight on some of the radical near-future scenarios that may lie ahead? Read on… 1.) Utopia for realists? – 9th March This event is happening tomorrow (Thursday) lunchtime, so apologies for … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 9th July 2016

Posted on 9 July, 2016 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, The following items cover events which you’ll probably find interesting. 1.) The Guardian, Utopia, and Transhumanism – Thurs 25th August Guardian Live are holding an event at London’s Somerset House on the evening of Thursday 25th August, with … Continue reading →

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