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Shift - Living in the Digital Age

February 25, 2022

Memes are more than just funny images that are altered and shared on the internet. They create a sense of community and can even redefine political moments. How memes work globally: this week's topic on Shift.

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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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