Smarter Archives - Debating Europe

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Should we continue seeing our doctors online after COVID?

The global pandemic has forced much of everyday life online. Schools, jobs and social activities are now (when possible) conducted…

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Would you mind if an algorithm switches off your light?

Could ‘smart energy’ save us money (and save the planet)? Energy efficiency is a key strategy in the fight against…

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Should Europe set up a moon base?

Is it time to go back to the Moon? The last person to set foot on the lunar surface did…

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Europe’s recovery plan: Should AI lead the way?

In May 2020, the European Commission proposed a €750 billion pan-EU stimulus plan to help Europe recover from the worst…

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Would you edit your unborn baby’s DNA?

Just because we can do something doesn’t mean we should. Scientific progress has transformed our societies, mostly for the better….

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Will we continue working from home after lockdown?

In 2018, roughly 5% of working-age people in the EU regularly worked from home. Despite significant advances in teleworking technology,…

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Are diplomats still relevant?

Suddenly, we’re finding out how much can be done virtually. The coronavirus lockdown has forced businesses and governments to adjust,…

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How is coronavirus changing the way we learn?

Schools are closed for almost 90% of the world’s students. In response, education has moved online (though, of course, not…

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Is social media making lockdown better or worse?

Social media platforms are seeing an “extreme spike” in use during the pandemic. WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by…

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