What we’re about
This group is for people who are interested in the future and maybe want to help shape it.
The acceleration of technology means that the near future may bring radical changes to all of us. Major developments in technologies like anti-aging, nanotech, genetics, computing, robotics, and geo-engineering are going to make the next few years very exciting - and possibly also very dangerous. We could gain god-like powers - but we might also lose sight of our humanity, and destroy everything that we used to hold dear.
What's your view? Are things improving? Too slowly or too quickly? Are we are entering a new golden age? Or is the potential "Technological Singularity" something to fear? What does it mean to talk about "Human 2.0" and "Humanity+"? Or perhaps you view such talk as techno-hype? Maybe you just like the practical side of technology and want to find out more about possible paradigm shifts?
Anybody is welcome to this group - you don't have to be a Techno Geek or work for some futuristic company to be in our group. The future applies to us all!
Come join in the debate - have your opinions voiced and maybe make some interesting new friends.
All we ask is that members treat each other with the respect they would want for themselves. Our group has members of many ages and backrounds. We have many different perspectives on what the future may bring and like to share different ideas with each other. We approach the future with a open mind and sense of humility. Our group mission is to introduce you to some of the ideas, advancements and people who are making our future happen today.
If you have a subject you would like us to discuss at a meetup just drop us a line.
Note: Videos of some of the previous meetings are available on our YouTube Channel here https://www.youtube.com/user/LondonFuturists/ and here: (Older Archive).
Upcoming events (1)
See all- The future of energy?Ye Olde Cock Tavern , Holborn, London, EC4Y 1AA, London
What are the most important scenarios for the future of the production and distribution of energy? Is it credible that people all over the world will soon be able to access clean energy that is (approaching) "too cheap to meter"? What are the obstacles and opportunities arising? What could go wrong, and what could go right?
These are the questions we'll be discussion in this London Futurists in the Pub meetup. Expect to hear about innovations in solar power, nuclear energy, geoengineering, and lots more. And expect eclectic conversations (in larger or smaller groups) to expand and challenge your thinking about what the future may bring.
Contact the organisers to request one of the available lead speaking slots at this event (up to 10 minutes per person).
** Everyone who attends will be invited to say a few quick words about themselves during the opening part of the event, and to briefly mention a news story or an item from science fiction that has made them think twice about the future of energy. Please come prepared! **
== Schedule ==
5:30pm: The room is available, for early get-togethers
6pm: Food is served; informal conversations
6:45pm-8:30pm: Short talks, and discussion on each talk, interspersed with opportunities to visit the bar
8:30pm: Informal networking== RSVP please ==
Registrations are capped at 40 people.
There's no charge to register or attend, but the pub will expect everyone to order at least one drink, and the majority of attendees to order some food to eat.
Please order your food on your arrival, so that all plates can be set aside by 6:45pm to allow everyone to concentrate on the main discussion!
== More about the venue ==
Ye Olde Cock Tavern, 22 Fleet Street, Holborn, London, EC4Y 1AA
See https://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/greater-london/ye-olde-cock-tavern
We'll be meeting in the room at the top of the stairs, though food and drinks should be ordered from the bar on the ground floor.
** Note that this is an in-person meeting, and there will be no remote access, sorry **
