Think Forum: Jaron Lanier

Virtual reality pioneer, author, inventor, and artist Jaron Lanier has long been on the cusp of the technological innovation front. His recent book, Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now, combines what we know about the new technology of tricking people using algorithms with avenues for personal responsibility. Though social media accounts are ubiquitous, Lanier insists that we’re better off without them. In this timely call-to-arms he offers powerful and personal reasons to leave these online platforms behind. A celebrated technology writer, Lanier is known for charting a humanistic approach to technology appreciation and criticism.