TikTok is a unique blend of social media platforms – here's why kids love it
An app that young people use to share videos of themselves dancing might seem like a silly diversion, but it's become a powerhouse social media platform.
Kevin Munger, Assistant Professor of Political Science and Social Data Analytics, Pennsylvania State University •
conversation
Aug. 26, 2020 • ~9 min
Aug. 26, 2020 • ~9 min
England's new contact tracing app fixes privacy problems – whether it will work is another matter
Countries around the world have struggled to get people to download and use contact tracing apps.
Max Eiza, Lecturer in Networking & Cybersecurity, University of Central Lancashire •
conversation
Aug. 18, 2020 • ~6 min
Aug. 18, 2020 • ~6 min
Digital contact tracing's mixed record abroad spells trouble for US efforts to rein in COVID-19
Effective national leadership and trust in government appear to be prerequisites for countries to achieve widespread digital contact tracing.
Bhaskar Chakravorti, Dean of Global Business, The Fletcher School, Tufts University •
conversation
July 6, 2020 • ~11 min
July 6, 2020 • ~11 min
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