Greg Twemlow's article introduces "The Harmonic Theory of Human Authenticity", proposing a mathematical framework to identify and map genuine human expression in the digital age. The author, Greg Twemlow, argues that authentic human output possesses unique "harmonic signatures" derived from lived experience, which can be detected and differentiated from increasingly sophisticated synthetic content generated by AI. This theory suggests that by understanding these harmonic principles, rooted in concepts like the Circle of Fifths from music theory, individuals can not only verify authenticity but also enhance their agency and self-determination. The research outlines a multi-layered analysis architecture that uses AI as a "harmonic archaeologist" to uncover these complex patterns, ultimately aiming to restore authentic connection in an environment saturated with artificial reality. Read the article.
About the Author - Greg Twemlow writes and teaches at the intersection of technology, education, and human judgment. He works with educators and businesses to make AI explainable and assessable in classrooms and boardrooms — to ensure AI users show their process and own their decisions. His cognition protocol, the Context & Critique Rule™, is built on a three-step process: Evidence → Cognition → Discernment — a bridge from what’s scattered to what’s chosen. Context & Critique → Accountable AI™. © 2025 Greg Twemlow. “Context & Critique → Accountable AI” and “Context & Critique Rule” are unregistered trademarks (™).
