The Dawn of the Aquarian Age: Pluto in Aquarius and the Artificial Intelligence Revolution
A Gateway to Technological Innovations and Social Changes
This new transit of Pluto through Aquarius prompts us to ask: What transformations and discoveries await us this time? History shows that each time Pluto moves through this sign, significant changes are triggered, both socially and scientifically. We stand on the threshold of a new era, where innovations and changes can reshape our society in yet-to-be-discovered ways.
The impulse towards the Age of Aquarius began in 1998 with the broad conjunction of Uranus and Neptune in Aquarius. This event marked the beginning of a union between technology (Aquarius) and globalization (Pisces), a synergy that intensified when Uranus entered Pisces in 2003, while Neptune remained in Aquarius. This mutual reception strengthened the interconnection between these two signs and their respective spheres of influence.
The Great Jupiter-Saturn Conjunction in December 2020, closing and initiating cycles of 20, 200, and 800 years, was another milestone in this process, opening a portal to everything that Aquarius represents and which Pluto, with its upcoming transit through this sign, will amplify and deepen.
Today, Artificial Intelligence is a tangible manifestation of this Aquarian era. Tools like ChatGPT, DALL-E, or BingChat allow us to create and learn at speeds and in ways previously unimaginable. These platforms, fueled and enriched by their use, challenge our traditional conceptions of education, raising questions about academic integrity and the relevance of older teaching methods. We no longer rely solely on memorization or manual methods; machines can perform complex tasks in minutes, often surpassing the speed and processing capability of the human brain.
This reality echoes the words of Alan Watts: if you believe you understand the impact of AI, you do not. True understanding comes with the recognition of our limitation in fully appreciating what AI represents and can do.
Prometheus and AI: Reflections on the Use and Abuse of Technology in the Aquarian Age
Pluto in Aquarius: T-Square and the Dilemma of Artificial Intelligence
This scenario takes us back to the myth of Prometheus, who stole fire from the gods to give to humanity, an act that signified monumental advancement but also brought divine punishment. Today, AI is the new “Promethean fire,” and we face similar dilemmas: How will we use this powerful tool? For good or for ill? AI, like fire, has the potential to transform our civilization in unimaginable ways, but it also carries risks of misuse and unforeseen consequences.
Just as Prometheus was punished by Zeus, one wonders if these modern Prometheans, the pioneers of AI, will face their type of retribution. Who, if anyone, will exact that punishment? We are at a turning point, where technology offers us unprecedented opportunities, but also imposes the responsibility to use it wisely. The era of Pluto in Aquarius will witness and catalyze these changes and challenges.
Pluto’s entry into Aquarius, which occurred on March 23, 2023, brings a significant astrological aspect: a T-square with the Lunar Nodes, that is, with the South and North Nodes of the Moon. As Pluto moves between 0 and 1 degree of Aquarius, the Nodes are at the same degrees in Taurus, generating a powerful dynamic between April and November 2023, a period that promises transcendental changes in our lives.
Evolution, Technology, and Astrology: Reflections on Pluto’s Transit through Aquarius
Between the Past and the Future: The Impact of Pluto in Aquarius on Our Technological Era
In previous historical moments, like in 1534 and 1776, when Pluto left Capricorn for Aquarius, the Lunar Nodes were in transition, aligning with this change. However, this time, with the formation of a T-square, we face a crucial dilemma related to our evolution as a species. Both Pluto and the Lunar Nodes speak of evolution, but while Pluto focuses on the evolution of humanity as a whole, the Nodes present us with the challenge to learn (or not) from our past. This is a collective evolution, but if these degrees touch key points in your natal chart, this energy becomes personalized and manifests in your life.
On a personal level, this transition may mark a period of internal conflict, where you struggle between letting go of the past and embracing the new, a change that can be so radical it generates anxiety. On a collective level, we are facing a leap towards a completely different humanity, one in which humans and machines will be intrinsically linked. This transition, which requires significant regulation or, in astrological terms, a lot of Saturn, takes us into an era where technology is a constant. We must learn to manage it in a way that does not destroy us in the process.
We are before a “cosmic leap,” a dimension never before experienced, where our relationship with machines will make our initial interactions with mobile phones and the internet seem rudimentary. It’s a path filled with potential danger but also magnificence. While the benefits are clear, history has shown us that human folly can be a limiting factor. The key question is: How will we use this technology? Furthermore, will we have the time and wisdom to educate the educators (teachers and professors) to adapt and effectively guide their students?
Therefore, considering that Pluto, in its connection with the Nodes, invites us to reflect on evolution and, especially, whether we have learned from our past, one must ask: Have we truly learned? Are we ready to face the challenges that this new era presents us? Astrology offers a lens through which we can observe these imminent changes, but it is up to us as individuals and as a collective to harness these energies for conscious growth and evolution…
