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Pros and cons of a social media ban for children

August 16, 2024

Social media can harm children. Is a ban a good idea or does it go too far? Also: The EU is creating a digital twin of the Earth. What for? And: Is learning with VR be a realistic option for schools?

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Shift — Living in the Digital Age

Can I use blockchain technology? Will artificial intelligence take over my career? What exactly is "Machine Learning"? These are some of the questions „SHIFT – Living in the Digital Age“ tries to answer.

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