Jaron Lanier is a computer scientist, musician, and author who is known for his work in the field of virtual reality and his contributions to the development of the internet. He is the author of several books on technology and society, including "Who Owns the Future?", "You Are Not a Gadget," and "Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now."
Lanier is a leading expert on virtual reality and has been involved in the development of virtual reality technologies and applications since the early days of the field. He is also a pioneer in the field of human-computer interaction and has made significant contributions to the development of computer graphics and multimedia technologies.
In addition to his technical work, Lanier is also a well-known commentator on technology and society, and has written and spoken extensively on the social and ethical implications of emerging technologies. He is a frequent speaker at conferences and events and has appeared on television and radio programs to discuss technology and its impact on society.