Of all the things you can spend a lot of money on, the only things you expect to fail frequently are software and medicine.
Jaron LanierWe have repeatedly demonstrated our species's bottomless ability to lower our standards to make information technology look good.
Jaron LanierWhat does it mean to not be alone? I've approached that question through music, technology, writing and other means.
Jaron LanierFunding a civilization through advertising is like trying to get nutrition by connecting a tube from oneโs anus to oneโs mouth.
Jaron LanierIf war stems from unmet needs related to male adolescent ritual, that's something that we need to examine. I'm interested in the possibility of simply getting rid of war. I'd be no more willing to let go of that than to let go of the possibility of eradicating cancer. That's not to say I'm certain we can, but I am willing to use any energy at all in the quest.
Jaron Lanier