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Tech's New Frontiers

Is technology truly making our world a better place, or just more complicated?

From Blenheim Palace’s digital restoration to the high-tech insect farms in Europe, this episode of Tech Now explores how cutting-edge tech is transforming everything from agriculture and climate change to space exploration and beyond. Each segment delves into fascinating advancements that promise to shape our future.


The series also touches on more serious issues like sea level rise and sustainable mining, presenting a balanced view of the challenges and opportunities technology presents in addressing global problems. Meanwhile, intriguing insights like brain cells being used for biocomputing or AI startups tackling fashion sizing issues, offer glimpses into how tech is influencing every aspect of our lives.


As we navigate through these episodes, one can’t help but wonder: with such diverse and complex applications, what does the future hold? Will technology lead us to a utopian society or exacerbate existing inequalities?

Original source:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002w3sl?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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