This unit we learned an awful lot about how technology is impacting people all across the world. We looked at emerging technologies and how tech is impacting certain countries. You can see more about that in the sub-tabs of this unit!
Digital Divide
The gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern info and communication technology with that do not
Encompasses internet access, hardware, and digital literacy
Emerging Technology
New, innovative, or rapidly developing tools
Expected to create significant profit for oligarchs
Social and industrial impact expected
Characterized by high uncertainty
AI is the biggest modern example