Music icon MC Hammer, known for his groundbreaking contributions to hip-hop, is actively championing the "effective accelerationism" (e/acc) movement through his venture, Hamm400 AI Studios. The artist, whose X (formerly Twitter) handle is "MC HAMMER e/acc," recently highlighted the studio's focus on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI) in a tweet stating, "Hamm400✨🎥."
Hamm400 AI Studios, described as "AI from its beginnings 10 years strong," is positioned to create "New Narratives for New Generations." The studio's mission, as articulated by MC Hammer in recent social media posts, centers on leveraging advanced AI to foster a "permissionless economy." This initiative seeks to dismantle traditional barriers to entry, thereby democratizing economic opportunities.
According to a recent Instagram post from MC Hammer, the studio's work references the transition from AGI to ASI, suggesting a profound shift in technological capabilities. This aligns with the "e/acc" philosophy, which advocates for accelerating technological progress to bring about significant societal changes. The post further explained that "Now Power (NP)" alludes to the immediate transformative potential of AGI, capable of revolutionizing industries and personal opportunities through autonomous problem-solving.
This vision challenges existing economic structures that often require extensive permissions and gatekeeping, aiming instead for a more inclusive economic landscape where advanced tools and platforms are broadly accessible. Beyond Hamm400, MC Hammer's X profile indicates a broader engagement with fields such as Science, Consciousness, Quantum Physics, Filmmaking, and Art, all under the umbrella of AGI.
In related news, MC Hammer is currently involved in a legal matter. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., filed a lawsuit on July 31, 2025, alleging he defaulted on a financing agreement for a 2023 Land Rover Defender, seeking repossession and recovery of an outstanding balance of $76,732.79. Hammer has not yet publicly commented on the lawsuit.