CIRCLE WITH A DOT

@retech @inthehands @Nicovel0 100% just providing context for anyone who might come across this

@inthehands Another good thing to keep in mind when thinking about the Segway is that it was a byproduct of, and a way to fund, the development of the iBOT, a wheelchair which allows users to be eye-height with standing people, use counters and other objects designed for users at standing height, and ascend/descend stairs.

It was and still is a revolutionary product for accessibility, but definitely did not benefit from the lambasting of the Segway.

@inthehands I think this is a good thought exercise, and helpful to reflect on when considering new products.

Also worth mentioning that a lot of Kamen's messaging at the time was along these lines, that electrified personal transportation could change the world in substantial ways, it just happened that Segway was the *only* version in existence.

@retech @inthehands @Nicovel0 I guess I should clarify that the Epstein file releases included pictures of Kamen on Epstein's island with Epstein (and Richard Branson), and there is at least one photo with a woman in an inexcusable position.

Epstein also discussed in his emails people he knew who, as guests of Kamen, attended events for Kamen's youth robotics org.

For all the good Kamen did for the world with his intentions, it's well past time to separate the man from his work.

@retech @inthehands @Nicovel0 It's been speculated on for almost a decade now, but the recent releases essentially confirmed it. This article summarizes everything from pre-"The Files" release if you want to learn more. https://christine-negroni.medium.com/jeffrey-epstein-dean-kamen-connection-through-aviation-influencer-bb0e767dbfcf

There's still no legal proof, but for anyone capable of critical thought the evidence is extremely damning.

@retech @inthehands @Nicovel0 With the exception of his deep connections to Epstein and people associated with Epstein. In that way, he's very much like the Broligarchy