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Innovation Readings Software

Watch “Context-Aware Computing: Research, History, and Examples” with Albrecht Schmidt

Professor Albrecht Schmidt introduces context-aware computing, which enables devices to perceive and react to their surroundings through sensors, simplifying user interaction and enhancing technological intuitiveness.

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Design Information Technology Innovation Readings Software Trend Watching

Watch “Welcome to the world of audio computers” talk by Jason Rugolo

Designer and inventor Jason Rugolo introduces “audio computers” at the TED stage. These devices can enhance sounds, translate conversations in real time, and respond to your voice like a friend.

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Inspiration

For Inspiration: “A Volta” by Trio Mocotó

The singer, instrumentalist, and arranger Marco Antonio Gonçalves dos Santos died recently at the age of 68.

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Design Strategy Talks & Workshops User Experience

Beyond the Hype: Bring AI and Human Needs Together with Jobs-to-be-Done

Explore how the Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD) and AI can transform your product roadmaps from understanding needs to fulfilling them in user-centric ways.

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Design Readings Software

Watch “What happened to ‘simple’ design?” with David Pogue

Products have become overly complicated with an abundance of features, causing frustration among customers. Correspondent David Pogue delves into how simplicity in technology can simplify our complex lives.

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Economics Trend Watching

Living in Germany: Despite discrimination, foreign workers still want to come

Foreign workers in Germany say they have faced more discrimination than anticipated before making the move, a survey revealed. Despite that, the country still seems attractive to many skilled workers.

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Consumer Behavior Economics Trend Watching

Tourism in Germany: The Eltz Castle

DW’s Hannah Hummel asks the owner of the Eltz Castle about life at the back then and now.

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Economics Information Technology Trend Watching

Watch “The Future of Work and AI” on ByDesign TV

Learn how SAP uses Machine Learning to help individuals find and pursue internal opportunities that match their interests and values while meeting the company’s needs.

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Design Readings Software

Watch “Mind the gap: User Centered Design in Large Organizations” with Luke Wroblewski

Learn to deliver user-centered online experiences by aligning business goals with user needs.

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Personal

Self-Portrait: De Post

The Oud Postgebouw in Ghent, located on the Korenmarkt and the Graslei, has been transformed into the ‘De Post’ shopping centre and luxury hotel ‘1898 The Post’. The renovated building retains its industrial character and offers fashion, interior design, beauty, and dining options.