Cyberdelic Nexus Newsletter
Where Technology, Creativity and Altered States Converge
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Dear Cyberdelic Society, This year has been an incredible whirlwind of activity for the Cyberdelic movement, with showcases, events, and community growth happening at an unprecedented pace. While this exponential growth has occasionally challenged our capacity to maintain regular communications, it has also validated the rising interest and importance of the cyberdelic paradigm. Today, I'm excited to share with you an overview of some remarkable milestones we've achieved in the past 5 months. Make sure to read till the end to find out our upcoming events and releases. ETHDenver: Our First Crypto Community ShowcaseOur debut at ETHDenver marked a significant milestone as our first major presence at a cryptocurrency and blockchain event. What struck us most was the immediate resonance between the crypto community's values and the cyberdelic vision. The overlap between digital innovation, decentralized thinking, and consciousness expansion created an electric atmosphere of possibility. The ETHDenver community's inherent understanding of paradigm shifts and transformative technologies made them natural allies in our mission. For this showcase we featured the following work: For the first time, we showcased a variety of cyberdelic experiences both inside and outside the dome, marking an exciting evolution in our presentation format. Participants reported feeling completely enveloped in the experience, describing it as "stepping into another dimension." We are incredibly grateful to the ETHDO.ME crew for hosting us and especially to Scott Bein for the invitation. Special thanks to Felix, Lea, and Alon whose contributions for making this showcase a reality. Esoteric Festival 2025: When Resilience TriumphsAfter months of preparation to create a cyberdelic activation at Esoteric Festival in Australia, one day before opening its doors the festival was forced to cancel. This was a big disappointment, as our team had prepared an engaging cyberdelic showcase. Despite the sudden cancellation just one day before the event, something remarkable emerged from this setback. Michael Flood, in a powerful display of artistic commitment, chose to complete the stage design regardless of the circumstances. This act wasn't just about the physical structure, it was a statement about the unstoppable nature of creative expression and the dedication that defines our community. I want to express our deepest gratitude to our incredible Australian crew (Michael, Melissa, and Oliver), who invested their hearts into this project. We encourage you to explore Michael's exceptional work on Instagram (@createwondr). Cyberdelic Society Mexico City: A New Chapter BeginsIn March this year, we launched the Cyberdelic Society Mexico City, which marked a pivotal moment in our global expansion. The inaugural event at Rewire Labs brought together an incredible mix of technologists, artists, and consciousness explorers from Mexico and other parts of the world. The response from the Mexico City community was extraordinary, with local artists and technologists immediately grasping the potential of combining immersive technology with consciousness exploration. The event featured visionary talks from:
Followed by a group voice activation of 5 min presentations including:
The showcase included VR, MR, and AR experiences, the Pandora Star flickering light, psychedelic art projections, a book presentation, a table of mind-expanding books, and a delicious nootropic elixir bar by Humanas that kept our minds fully engaged. The gathering culminated with a collective synapse integration ritual and an immersive sensory journey simulating a peak psychedelic experience by Karina Malpica from Mindsurf. The local community’s deep understanding of transformative practices, combined with their technological expertise, has already begun to influence and expand our global perspective. We’re especially grateful to our local partners who helped us create this event, The Psychedelic Society Mexico, Mindsurf, Humanas, Nido and the team at Rewire Labs. Breaking Convention 2025: An Inspiring Community GatheringThis past April marked our fourth time attending Breaking Convention, and we were deeply moved by the warmth of the community and the joy of reconnecting with old friends. We brought an extraordinary lineup of immersive experiences that bridged the gap between technology, art and consciousness exploration. Our carefully curated showcase featured 16 cyberdelic experiences across different mediums, VR, MR, Biofeedback and Interactive mapping. Each experience was selected for its unique approach to consciousness exploration and its potential to modulate states. This year we had an upgrade with a dual-space setup. A welcoming front area for curious explorers to get their first taste of cyberdelics, and an 8x8 meter room dedicated for those seeking more. This format proved highly effective, allowing participants to engage with the cyberdelic spectrum of experiences at their own comfort level, from light exploration to profound journeys. Both spaces featured comfortable seating, carefully crafted ambient lighting, and facilitators to guide participants through their experiences. Special thanks to the Breaking Convention team, specially Andy Miller for their support and enthusiasm for having us again. Cyberdelic Showcase Berlin #2 : Expanding Our Local NetworkEarly in May, we runed a second Cyberdelic Showcase in Berlin at Molecule’s offices, establishing our permanent presence in Berlin’s vibrant tech, art and consciousness exploration scene. The showcase featured an engaging mix of:
-Mars Vertigo - Cyberdelic Society Berlin Plans -Jose Montemayor Alba - Introduction To The Cyberdelic Paradigm -Paula Ducatenzeiler - BoDJing: Sound Frequency body Massage -Bradley C Royes - MELD: touch points for an ecosystem of underground hubs -Mariana Pinzon (aka mavis) - MythOS: A liberation Game -Alexx Kaos : Hypothalamus and Hallucinations -Michael Thomas : Visual Portals to the Self: Art, Code & Altered States -José Fernando Andrade - Collective Brain Synchronizations -Arvy - ⦿-⦿ : Collective Muscle Memory, Embodied Cognition, Psy/Cyberdelic integration. -Lilly von Kalckreuth - A VR paradigm for Hallucinations -Micha - What if code could awaken consciousness? We’re grateful for our strong partnership with Molecule, whose support was instrumental in creating the perfect space where technology met consciousness exploration in the heart of Berlin. The enthusiasm and engagement from the Berlin community exceeded our expectations, and we witnessed a vibrant network of creators, researchers, and consciousness explorers coming together to shape the future of cyberdelics. If you want to participate in this local chapter join the Telegram Group here: https://t.me/+PuEkqh6OlahlYTg6 Intangible Realities Lab Mini-Showcase: A New Academic PartnershipWe partnered with the Intangible Realities Lab (IRL) at the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain. José delivered a presentation that combined academic research findings with a hands-on showcase demonstrating cyberdelic innovations. A highlight of this trip was helping in the facilitation of a scientific study led by Catherine Andrew using Anuma's Clear Light Essence, a numadelic experience developed by Dr. David Glowacky and the Numadelic Labs team to aid terminally ill patients in preparing for death and dying. Earlier versions of this experience have been scientifically studied, showing correlations with psychedelic experiences particularly in areas of group connectedness, ego attenuation, and experiences of oneness. Now it's been further studied to implement this in various areas including hospitals, palliative care, hospices, and more. This collaboration with Intangible Realities Labs and Numadelic Labs has opened exciting possibilities for future research in the cyberdelic & numadelic fields. Read more about their research here. In case you haven't heard the word "numadelic" before, here is a picture that explains various definitions and approaches to cyberdelics: While these terms may seem distinct at first glance, they all converge on a similar vision: the use of technology to explore and expand consciousness. Here’s how they relate:
All these approaches share the common goal of using technology to enhance human consciousness and create meaningful experiences, just approaching it from slightly different philosophical and practical angles. Artizen Fund Winners: Pioneering the Future of Consciousness TechWe’re thrilled to announce the recipients of our inaugural Cyberdelic Fund for Expanding Consciousness. These visionary projects represent the cutting edge of technology-enabled consciousness exploration:
Each of these groundbreaking projects embodies our mission to fuel initiatives that merge technology, art, and consciousness exploration. Their work promises to unlock new dimensions of human potential, creativity, and well-being. We look forward to witnessing how these projects evolve and contribute to the expanding field of cyberdelics. We're incredibly grateful to our sponsors who helped us raise $2,996 for this initiative. The project has now moved from curation to competition stage. Each finalist project must sell artifacts to unlock their prize funding. If you'd like to support a specific project's success in the competition, now is the time to get involved. Click here to access our match fund page To learn more about how Artizen works, visit: https://news.artizen.fund/p/artizen-playbook We look forward to witnessing how these projects evolve and contribute to the expanding field of cyberdelics. Looking Ahead: Exciting Developments on the HorizonAs we continue to expand our global presence, we’re thrilled to announce our participation in two major upcoming events: Human Tech Week17-19th of June 2025 Psychedelic Science 2025 20th of June 2025 These platforms will allow us to showcase the latest innovations in cyberdelic technology and connect with even more pioneering minds in the field. The future of cyberdelics has never looked brighter, and we’re grateful to have you on this journey with us. Onwards and Inwards, Jose Montemayor Alba CEO & Co-Director |
Cyberdelic Nexus Newsletter
Where Technology, Creativity and Altered States Converge