Silence Before the Storm - Artificial Intelligence and Humanity's Future is a critical lecture examining AI's role in our society. The event explores how artificial intelligence does not pose a danger in itself, but becomes problematic when the technology is controlled and driven by capitalist interests and the world's richest and most powerful actors.
The lecture sharpens focus on power relations in technology development. When AI is steered by oligarchs and capitalist interests, it functions not as a tool for human liberation, but rather as a means of control, exploitation, and profit-seeking. A profound analysis of technology, power, and society.
About the speaker
Sven Tarp is a lecturer and professor at Aarhus University with doctorates in linguistics and business. He has just published the book Silence Before the Storm - Artificial Intelligence and Humanity's Future with Forlaget Arbejderen (2026).
Practical information
- Venue: Trekanten - library & cultural centre
- Ticket: Purchase or book on the organiser's website
