Universal Basic Income in a Post-Work World: Transhumanism and the Future of Human Flourishing - 93-107

Abstract

The new technological era is leading us into a post-work paradigm, the consequences of which are unforeseeable. The downturn in the labor industry due to technological accelerationism often causes uncertainty and anxiety about how to manage mass job losses, but for every problem identified, there are alternatives. UBI is a policy proposal that would provide all citizens with a basic income, regardless of their employment status or financial status. The idea behind UBI is to provide a safety net for individuals and families, ensuring that everyone has access to the basic necessities of life, regardless of their economic background. This perspective frames UBI as a fundamental human right, offering an innovative and equitable solution to the challenges posed by the post-work era crisis. I will look at the origins of this idea and the ways that different transhumanist figures (such as C.H. Anthony, J. Hughes, and N. S. Anderson)—those who want to use technology to enhance and prolong human life—have proposed solutions. The goal of the transhumanist viewpoint is to improve humanity's future by creating and applying current and future emerging technologies that help people transcend their physical, mental, and emotional constraints. The paper makes the case that improving humanity's future is a shared objective between transhumanism and universal basic income. UBI might shield people who feel left behind by the modern era's quick technical advancements, while transhumanism might give people the means and flexibility to pursue fulfillment and self-actualization. Transhumanism and UBI together have the potential to build a more just and affluent society