Reevaluating the Role of Technology
Privacy, surveillance, and the power of social media were major themes in 2021
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All Aboard the Metaverse: Is the New Digital Frontier Unstoppable?
It may not exist yet, but no one in tech can risk ignoring Mark Zuckerberg’s next big thing
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My Day in Zoom Court: Virtual Trials Are a Better Option for Sexual Assault Survivors
Tradition dictates that perpetrators and victims must meet in court. COVID-19 showed that wasn’t necessary
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Virtual Health: Pandemic Band-Aid or Opportunity for Better Care?
COVID-19 forced a massive shift to phone and online consultations. With new freedoms come new frustrations
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Porch Cameras and Facebook Groups Are Turning Streets into Surveillance States
Our tech-driven approach to neighbourhood watch is cementing community divisions
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It’s Not in Your Head: The World Really Is Getting Worse
Since the 1970s, wages, infrastructure, and the pace of technology have all stagnated. Can it be reversed?
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Life in the Stacks: A Love Letter to Browsing
Algorithms are integral to how we find and consume art. But old-fashioned browsing still has its benefits
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The Double Exploitation of Deepfake Porn
Discussions around deepfakes have focused on their political danger. But revenge porn and IP theft are the more pressing threats
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Is Buying a Piece of Virtual Art Better for the Environment?
Online consumption behaves exactly like real-life shopping, devouring more and more resources every year
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The Hidden Cost of Rechargeable Batteries
A burgeoning lithium-mining area in Quebec shows the complications of green tech
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