Post-Human Semiotics: The Priority of Writing

Introduction The emergence of artificial intelligence in natural language processing has reignited philosophical debates about the nature of language and signification. Among the most relevant theoretical frameworks for understanding these developments is Jacques Derrida’s concept of arche-writing , which challenges the assumption that speech precedes and grounds writing. Traditional linguistic thought often privileges spoken language as the foundation of communication, viewing writing as a secondary system for storing and transmitting speech. However, Derrida argues that writing , as a broader system of inscription, fundamentally shapes all linguistic expression. The development of large language models (LLMs) provides compelling evidence for this claim, as these systems acquire linguistic competence exclusively through written text rather than through speech or social interaction. This article explores the intersection of Derrida’s deconstructive philosophy and the technologic...