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dystopia

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• from: Between Utopia and Dystopia (report)

  During the discussion, K questioned reflectionwhether collectivity is solely expressed online or if it can also extend to physical spaces. Other participants argued that while opinionindividuals may come together for a common goal, it doesn't necessarily constitute a collective. M emphasized the necessity of collaboration, citing the sharing of knowledge about audiences as an example. Additionally, it was noted that it’s dystopiachallenging to attract "narrow" culture users to explore new domains or worlds. While this may be difficult in physical spaces, the dynamic may differ in the digital realm.

• from: Between Utopia and Dystopia (report)

  N highlighted the availability of different modes and observed the prevalence of dystopian elements, dystopiaciting examples such as artist Instagrams or portfolio websites. She expressed her perspective that the utopian aspect of are.na isn’t derived from its design, arguing that the design itself isn’t particularly remarkable. Instead, she attributed the appeal of are.na to the creative activities people engage in on the platform. However, she acknowledged that the utopiaplatform does indeed stimulate makers' creativity. Meanwhile, P stressed the platformssignificance of institutions fostering open dialogue and cultivating healthy structures for discussion and feedback.

• from: Between Utopia and Dystopia (report)

  The map delves into the needs of the audience, revealing similar answers across different perspectives and uncovering unexpected insights. It highlights a platformspressing need for equality that encompasses older generations. Participants engaged in reflection on the complexities of diversity, expressing a readiness to platformsremove curators and institutions from the process of shaping artistic narratives. They questioned questionhow these dynamics translate to social media platforms, acknowledging the challenges of authenticity within these spaces, where the dystopiaplatform itself often dictates interactions and messages.

• from: Between Utopia and Dystopia (report)

  G emphasized the importance of utopiausing digital platforms not only to showcase work to new audiences but also as tools for personal development and learning from others across different disciplines. This approach, she suggested, implies a transformation for both individuals and institutions towards a more platformsinclusive and participatory digital landscape resembling a digital Gesamtkunstwerk. She is willing to opinionengage on the long term with people from different backgrounds, thus functioning akin to an institution. However, she acknowledged the dystopiachallenge of building and maintaining long-term engagement with audiences, particularly from a designer's perspective.