







Technology for Luddites
Being a Luddite Is Fun Again
As tech backlash hits the mainstream, the ‘Summer of Ludd’ proves we don’t need social media to hang out and have a good time.

Understanding the Luddites in the age of AI
The Luddites are back in fashion, but too many people still get them all wrong. This is what they really stood for, fought against, and why they matter now more than ever.

Rethinking the Luddites in the Age of A.I.
Brian Merchant’s new book, “Blood in the Machine,” argues that Luddism stood not against technology per se but for the rights of workers in the face of automation.


The Luddite
An anticapitalist tech blog. Embrace the technology that liberates us. Smash that which does not.
Folk Tech Showcase! - April 2026 - Project Show & Tell · Luma
Folk Tech is a movement among people who want to develop apps for their community without depending on big tech companies and a community of developers making…
LURK
Welcome to LURK, we host, facilitate and archive discussions around net- and computational culture and politics, proto- and post-free culture practices, (experimental) (sound) (new media) (software) art, and things like that…
What is Low-tech Magazine?
Low-tech Magazine underscores the potential of past and often forgotten technologies and how they can inform sustainable energy practices.

Speculative Technologies
Speculative Technologies is a nonprofit resarch organization unlocking new materials and manufacturing technologies

LumaDeck — Live Visual Instrument for DJs
The live visual instrument for DJs and performers. Play the light.

History and Evolution of Looms - Textile School
This article explores the rich history and evolution of looms, tracing their development from ancient hand-operated devices to modern, computer-controlled systems. It delves into key innovations such as the flying shuttle, the Jacquard loom, and digital looms, highlighting their impact on textile production, cultural heritage, and global markets. The discussion covers technological advances, economic implications, environmental sustainability, and future trends, providing a comprehensive resource for industry professionals and enthusiasts.

Latest research
eLife works to improve research communication through open science and open technology innovation
Luozhu on Twitter / X
I’ve realized there’s a deeply unfair but widely accepted norm in gaming: mods are assumed to be free.For many successful titles, players don’t just buy the base game. They stay because of the thriving mod community. In extreme cases, the mods are more fun than the original.… pic.twitter.com/BQDu4OWUKo— Luozhu (@LuozhuZhang) September 4, 2025
Seeing @flo-bit.dev launch a Luma importer got me wondering if anyone has contacts at Luma directly, seeing they have been one of the most popular new event platforms and they also seem to have started from the crypto crowd what's stopping them from becoming atmosphere native?
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Appropriate Measures — Real Life
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