Scott Alexander reviews Lantern Bioworks' Lumina, a genetically modified bacterium designed to prevent tooth decay, discussing its science, safety, and commercialization plans.

20 min read 3,078 words

biotechnology dental health FDA

Aug 17, 2023ACX

Bride Of Bay Area House Party

Scott Alexander satirizes Bay Area culture through a fictional house party featuring absurd startup ideas and social trends.

20 min read 3,066 words

Bay Area satire social commentary

Feb 14, 2023ACX

Ro-mantic Monday 2/13/23

Scott explores various technological and market-based approaches to dating and relationships, including prediction markets, matching sites, and cryptocurrency concepts.

19 min read 2,824 words

AI cryptocurrency dating

Jan 4, 2023ACX

Even More Bay Area House Party

A satirical account of a Bay Area house party featuring absurd conversations on tech, culture, and startups, ending with the protagonist's plan to profit from the information gained.

23 min read 3,563 words

artificial intelligence Buddhism cryptocurrency

Oct 19, 2022ACX

Another Bay Area House Party

Scott Alexander presents a satirical account of a Bay Area house party, showcasing absurd startup ideas and intellectual discussions that parody Silicon Valley culture.

25 min read 3,825 words

AI creative writing effective altruism

May 4, 2022ACX

Every Bay Area House Party

Scott Alexander satirizes Bay Area culture through a fictional house party filled with eccentric characters and outlandish startup ideas.

28 min read 4,217 words

Bay Area Buddhism cryptocurrency

May 11, 2017SSC

Silicon Valley: A Reality Check

Scott Alexander argues that media criticism of Silicon Valley based on products like Juicero ignores the significant innovative and altruistic work being done in the tech hub.

13 min read 1,901 words

media criticism public perception Silicon Valley