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Jaron Lanier, in his TEDxSF presentation, discussed the evolution of avatar s and their impact on the brain. He began by discussing how his team built the first virtual reality machines in the early 1980s, which had avatars embedded in simulations. He then talked about the development of mocap suits, which allowed for real-time avatar control, and the more accessible and affordable Kinect camera. Lanier highlighted the phenomenon of homunculus flexibility, where the brain adapts to new body shapes and can control new limbs. He suggested using this phenomenon for educational purposes and encouraged the audience to experience the joy of becoming an avatar. Lanier also discussed his latest project with Jeremy Bailenson, which involved manipulating a person's muscles to control virtual objects, and his disagreement with friend Kevin Brockman over the role of technology in society. Lanier advocated for a shift towards a human-centered approach to technology to address issues such as economic traps and a loss of privacy.
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