AI Matters
Why it matters
New York festival highlights growing Gen Z backlash against big tech
Ars Technica Inside the Luddite festival harnessing Gen Z’s rage against Big Tech
New York City's "Summer of Ludd" festival is teaching participants how to live offline, reflecting a growing movement among younger generations to disconnect.
Why it matters
Rising skepticism toward digital dependence could influence how tech companies design future products and address user burnout.
Latest brief · Jul 22, 2026