A space for some observations on technology, the tech community, great UX, ideas and various inspiration
Currently comparing blog platforms, to decide on a way forward. This is the alternative link - http://technologythatrocks.posthaven.com/
Great write-up from the Center for Humane Technology, specifically about how technologists can take our profession to the next level in terms of positive impact, by being more than simply informative. A number of examples focus on the COVID-19 response and where tech could have (and can still have) a bigger positive impact:
https://medium.com/center-for-humane-technology/from-inform-to-persuade-how-can-tech-step-up-for-humanity-3ac21de4c53b
In the face of the seemingly ever-growing set of challenges facing the global community, there are positive and encouraging news out of science & tech that give hope for a brighter future for all.
Two really exciting advances in healthcare technology, that I think are signs of monumental advances for medical care, are these following two stories that came out this January 2020:
https://www.healthimaging.com/topics/healthcare-economics/fda-clear-worlds-first-portable-mri
https://www.statnews.com/2020/02/20/machine-learning-finds-novel-antibiotic-able-to-kill-superbugs/