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The Internet Era - How Connectivity is Reshaping the World

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the transformative impact of the Internet on global society in this 90-minute talk by The Aspen Institute. Delve into the open system that has facilitated cross-border idea exchange, created new economies, and revolutionized information distribution. Examine the digital divide and its consequences, while addressing critical issues surrounding privacy, harmful content, and disinformation. Investigate the Internet's influence across diverse regions, from rural America to China's Great Firewall and the global South. Analyze the ongoing struggle for the Internet's future and consider how technology might be leveraged to reimagine a more equitable, humane, and balanced society.

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The Internet Era: How Connectivity is Reshaping the World

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The Aspen Institute

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