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**Future Tense**

A critical look at new technologies, new approaches and new ways of thinking, from politics to media to environmental sustainability.

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Depression, anxiety and social media Dec 03, 2017

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What is the relationship between depression and digital technology?

The future of war and reassessing the digital strategy of ISIS Nov 26, 2017

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Are old expectations and strategies prolonging our military conflicts? And is ISIS winning the cyber war?

Cryptocurrencies and blockchain Nov 19, 2017

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Cryptocurrencies enable us to transfer money with no fees and no bank, instantly. This is just the beginning of what digital currencies and blockchain technology can do.

The need for cyber insurance; identifying and tracking drones; and building tiny houses for refugees Nov 12, 2017

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Are cyber insurance policies too complicated? Could identification technology prevent drones from flying into areas they shouldn't? And could private gardens help solve the refugee housing crisis in Europe?

Designing technology to increase inclusion for the disabled Nov 05, 2017

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Inclusive design isn’t just about meeting the needs of the disabled, it’s about opening-up the possibility of creating better products and services for everyone.

Have universities lost their way in the rush to appear corporate? Oct 29, 2017

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Public universities increasingly look and sound like corporations. But is it time to refocus on teaching priorities?

Activism that’s less aggressive and far more persuasive and persistent Oct 22, 2017

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Many believe that the future of activism relies on quiet persistence, targeted political involvement and an attitude that refuses to “look away”.

Muslim start-ups, time crystals and a second chance for online comments Oct 15, 2017

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Islam-focussed start-ups often find it difficult to attract venture capital. We’ll explore the reasons why and the potential for development.

Perspectives on Privacy Oct 08, 2017

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It’s a “wicked” problem: how to safeguard individual privacy in a world that now runs on the trade of personal data.

Conformity as a product, not just a process Oct 01, 2017

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The franchise model is on the rise and it’s moving beyond fast food and coffee outlets. We ask why? Is there more to it than a simple secret love of conformity?

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