My Techno-Optimism

Vitalik Buterin

Philosophy

First published online in 2023, this short book collects Buterin's manifesto responding to debates over technological acceleration. He proposes 'd/acc'—a framework for technological progress that is defensive, democratic, decentralized, and directional, prioritizing human agency over both reckless techno-optimism and reflexive cynicism. The essay examines emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity and their risks and benefits.