Perfomance & AI Day • Nov 27, 2025

Fireside Chat: AI and Sustainability - Thorsten Jonas

Thorsten Jonas argues that generative AI is accelerating digital waste, leaving 90% of internet data unused. Learn how intentional UX friction can break these addictive auto-consumption loops.

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Distinguishing between sustainability by software and in software

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Balancing human-centric AI collaboration with environmental sustainability practices

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Addressing developer burnout and the perceived value of AI

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The shift from predictable UX to adaptive AI experiences

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Balancing pragmatism and dogmatism regarding AI generated creative output

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Evaluating the environmental cost of AI and vibe coding

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