Singularity

The singularity in SF refers to a science fictional concept of a technological civilization that has advanced beyond predictability. The term appears to have been applied by Vernor Vinge to the concept which had been previously discussed in a number of forums.

Discussions, criticisms, etc.

• The Feminist Singularity, Tycho Garen, Feminist SF the blog, May 6, 2008
  • Feminism, SF, and Technology as Mystification, Ide Cyan, Feminist SF the blog, May 9, 2008 (in response)
  • Bits and pieces of singularity conversation, Liz Henry, Feminist SF the blog, May 10, 2008 (in response)

See also

• Post-human
• "The Singularity Needs Women!" a ReaderCon 2007 panel
• Technological singularity at wikipedia