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M-Theory: The future is STEAM-powered
03 October 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
This issue of M-Theory we look at STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) and how it can be found in all its different forms throughout Waterloo Region, from the Heffner Studio at the Kitchener… Read more
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M-Theory: Finding common ground beyond the digital minefield
19 September 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
Melanie Baker shares their thoughts on the positives of social media. From cute stories about animals, to meeting people through a shared interest, there are many positives that balance the endless scrolling. Read more
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M-Theory: Say what you want, but no one has to listen
05 September 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
Free speech seems great in theory, but can lead to hate, ignorance, and lies. On the other hand, curtailing free speech has historically led to negative events, such as detentions, and disappearances.… Read more
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M-Theory: Life moves in cycles, not up and to the right
22 August 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
In tech, there is this mindset that things must move up and to the right, signalling growth and moving forward. Life however, moves more in cycles, endings are as inevitable as change. People quit jobs,… Read more
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M-Theory: When it comes to excuses, the internet is the new booze
08 August 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
The internet has the potential to be a catalyst for bad behaviour. It is widely accessible, yet poorly governed. It can bring people together, but as often as not it’s used irresponsibly and results in… Read more
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M-Theory: The haunting effect of our online detritus
25 July 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
Humans are in a constant state of exchanging stuff in their environments, literally and metaphorically. For better or worse, we always leave a mark, and we are always changed. This is especially true digitally,… Read more
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M-Theory: Plenty of pics, yet nothing really happening
11 July 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
With travel becoming more accessible, it has become less about the experience of exploring the world, but rather flaunting for validation on the internet. Read more
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M-Theory: The terms and conditions of great customer service
27 June 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
More and more, we live, work, play and shop online. As a result, more companies need to understand the nuances of selling online, and building relationships with customers they can’t see. Companies need… Read more
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M-Theory: Followers do not equal customers
13 June 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion, Uncategorized
Influencers have been around for a long time. This role has evolved and adapted over time, and many now create their own retail empire. Influencers have many followers, but that does not directly equal… Read more
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M-Theory: Disaster, Notre Dame and the Long Now
30 May 2019 | By Melanie Baker in: M-Theory, Opinion
It can be difficult to think about tech 800 years from now, let alone 100 years. There will be projects passed on from builder to builder. During that timeline, disasters are bound to happen and organizations… Read more