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SHIFT – Living in the Digital Age

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March 17, 2023

On average, we check our smartphones around 60 times a day. It's not just a matter of curiosity. Many apps are designed to be addictive. Why is that and how can we kick the habit?

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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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