Published February 26, 2026 | Version v1
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Extended mind theory discussion paper. The next-generation mindset

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  • 1. Universidade de Brasília, UnB, DF, Brasil

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The paper explores political, economic, ethical/social characteristics and next-generation mindset implied from the extended mind (EM) thesis and seeks linkages to expanded memory and technological tools. The research explores the possibilities of a new mindset with a philosophical question: is the EM thesis correct, and what does it imply? There is a discussion not explored as much as comparative and transversal research about a next-generation mindset with an EM thesis. The research reveals some tendencies and relations and references authors who encompass the complex theme of expanded mind impacts. The resulting framework shows the low possibility of coordination and good outcomes generated in the next-generation mindset if the new technologies increase the technological gap, because of the EM premise.

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