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Numerous hours of planning, countless night shifts, and a massive amount of coffee chugged down – then, it was finally time!
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AND WE WERE LIVE!
Today, one year ago the Tomorrow Unlocked project went online. We were more than excited to create this new hub for technology culture and building a community of scientists, tech experts, enthusiasts, and artists. Now looking back at a year, which couldn't have gone by quicker, we still have to grasp the achievements we and our community managed to accomplish. By working with incredible people and creating diverse content we published more than 252 content pieces on the Tomorrow Unlocked website and generated more than 500.000 hours watch time on our Youtube Channel.
Let's have a look at our highlights!
<div><br/><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJv753whZjpW22UfmaJbx4Q" target="_blank"></a></div>
Getting ready for the Unexpected
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="8c6b07e9d9eb581135edc9c88ceac18b"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iv0N7i2virY?list=PLCIzhnLJonIbFbDnUvDPE02CP0Nopg_Ox&rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>On July 8th an expedition to one of the most untouched places on earth set sails in the town of Petropavlovsk in Kamchatka headed towards the Kuril Islands to explore the environmental impact on this remote area of the earth, try first ascents and raise awareness for the protection of the islands. Tomorrow Unlocked accompanied the adventurers on their journey and reported on their insights, feeling, and challenges.</p><p><a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/machine-learning-beneath-the-sea" target="_self">Scientist Rishi Sugla on how big data and machine learning can save places like the Kuril Islands by making us understand them better.</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/from-kurils-with-love/" target="_self">Revisit the crew's stories #fromkurilswithlove.</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/supportvladimir/" target="_self">If you fell in love with the Kuril Islands just like we did, help the scientists in preserving this beautiful place with your donation.</a></p>hacker:HUNTER
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="2144af86f3ff3e1d58b4794033ef9d8c"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PWh4UaODjgU?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p> In August we introduced our very first web documentary series hacker:HUNTER by telling the infamous <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVkOG7DYhcQ&t=6s" target="_blank">Carbanak story</a>. An incredible heist that cost banks millions of dollars. A few weeks later we premiered the second documentary titled <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=194&v=vveLaA-z3-o&feature=emb_logo" target="_blank">hacker:HUNTER - Wannacry: The Marcus Hutchins Story</a>. An exclusive Tomorrow Unlocked documentary. Both documentaries have more than 2.345.500 views on YouTube today. <a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/guardians/hacker_hunter/" target="_self">Watch all episodes here</a>.</p>Imagine Beyond
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="2b952c3c0dc96e83e7b822dfa0a5ca6d"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/300-GOxt3cA?list=PLCIzhnLJonIa__uxPttEvWHqVYCVhJc79&rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>IT security expert Marco Preuss takes us all on a journey to unlock how tomorrow may look like in his web series <a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/imagine-beyond-human-augmentation" target="_self">Imagine Beyond</a>. Marco talks with experts about how technology may shape our humanity in the future, and the potentials of human augmentation. We are at an exciting stage of evolution: What was science-fiction is now becoming fact and it is happening faster than most of us expected.</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCIzhnLJonIa__uxPttEvWHqVYCVhJc79" target="_blank">Dive into our augmented future with Marco!</a></p>Digitizing Art
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="af29c603d045f4e43eb879d1586beccd"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/V1w56rsM7hw?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p> Art is never easy. A work that fascinates and inspires one could insult and annoy the other. Social media offers creatives a perfect place to showcase their art to a completely different and international crowd. Street art in particular is a great example of this. In our web documentary <a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/street-artists-on-instagram" target="_self">Leaving the Underground</a> we follow a group of artists to understand how technology and social media shape their art and made their creative movement possible.</p>TWELVE
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="d0f11e896ce010e3087a0e84c54f88f6"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/H6ho0VDhCaE?list=PLCIzhnLJonIYUZ6qmw-J5SWvrX0yrlCEU&rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>With Covid-19 taking over the world and a lot of countries in lockdown 2020 has been a challenging year for all of us – but it also is one major historical moment we are all experiencing as a collective, be it in Russia, Germany, Nigeria or the US. We partnered up with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecommunitycreatives/?hl=de" target="_blank">The Community Creatives</a> and asked creatives all over the world to capture one hour of their life in lockdown in a one-minute short film. In three rounds we managed to capture TWELVE minutes of history, creativity, and connection with entries from all over the globe, showing us that we are all the same with our fears and hopes.</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCIzhnLJonIYUZ6qmw-J5SWvrX0yrlCEU" target="_blank">Watch the finalists of the three rounds of TWELVE.</a></p><p><a href="http://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/TWELVEminutes" target="_self">Discover the world of TWELVE in our interactive world map.</a></p>Heroes of tomorrow!
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="7dfaa0559fb0a4951e8ff54c86924f3a"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_Bpxouu_lrE?list=PLCIzhnLJonIZdBCWYOBrRgmorrnCF9WkC&rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p> In a world where everything becomes more digital and intertwined it has become more important to protect ourselves against hackers and cybercriminals. Our web series <a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/guardians/defenders-of-digital/" target="_self">Defenders of Digital</a> portraits heroes like Eva Galperin and Salvi Pascual, who take a dive into the dark side of the web and combat bad guys to protect our technological future. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCIzhnLJonIZdBCWYOBrRgmorrnCF9WkC" target="_blank">Meet our heroes on YouTube.</a></p>More to come!
<p>We're celebrating our first year of Tomorrow Unlocked on a high and are more than happy to walk into our second year with brand new ideas to inform, inspire, and enrichen you. Stay tuned and let's unlock our future together.</p><p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJv753whZjpW22UfmaJbx4Q/" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/tmrwunlocked" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tmrwunlocked" target="_blank">Facebook, </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tomorrow_unlocked/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.</p>
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Apart but connected
How does social distancing affect our mental health and which technologies may keep us sane in this situation?
Social Distancing is one of the big topics these days. You have to stay at least 1.5 meters away from others, don't gather in groups, and stay out of crowded places as much as possible. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention practicing social distancing is one of the best ways to slow down the spread of a virus. Although this protects us and others from infections it can get hard sometimes. Spouses have to see each other most of the time and people who live alone do not have the opportunity to get physical contact with friends or family, which may lead to loneliness and depression.
The power of a hug
<img lazy-loadable="true" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMzM2ODMyOS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2ODYzNjE5NX0.dAYWltNr4jkIhQjOYekv9pq_r4geXbr905UDQhg1jiI/img.jpg?width=980" id="7748d" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f78213f8e50d2f54e929b5c8fe92a490" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" data-width="6000" data-height="4000" />Artem Beliaikin – Pexels.com
<p>Why is close social contact so important for us? Humans are social beings and so we need interactions with others. Close human contact has an impact on our immune system, helps to decrease stress, and is <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hugging-benefits#5" target="_blank">important for our health</a>. When you hug somebody, for instance, millions of activated sensors under the skin send electric impulses to your brain. A multitude of hormones and neurotransmitter are spilled, which cause different effects on your whole body. Your heartbeat is more relaxed, the blood pressure falls, your breath slows down and emotions of anxiety and hormones that cause a feeling of stress decrease. Overall, the release of the hormone oxytocin strengthens the immune system and is so to say the biochemical glue between human relationships. </p>Oxytocin: The reason we fall in love
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<p>Psychologists in the whole world are observing the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on our minds and our interpersonal behavior. The Pandemic brought a lot of changes to our life like job loss, financial instability, or social distancing. <a href="https://www.kff.org/health-reform/press-release/brief-examines-the-covid-19-crisis-implications-for-americans-mental-health/" target="_blank">A poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation</a> shows that 45 percent of Americans say that worry and stress related to the pandemic are hurting their mental health. On the other hand, <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/2020/04/psychologists-watching-coronavirus-social-distancing-coping/" target="_blank">a study of the University of Washington</a> points that most of the participants seem to be coping with the current situation. Over some time, the feeling of anxiety has leveled off because people thought about the virus less each day. The free time was used to try new hobbies, go for a walk in nature or work out more.</p><p>But with no doubt this is not generally speaking. Some people suffer extremely from social distancing and isolation. People with pre-existing mental health conditions for instance, need social contact to deal with anxiety and sadness. To manage these difficult challenges the <a href="https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/social-distancing" target="_blank">American Psychological Association recommends</a>: "Planning ahead by considering how you might spend your time, who you can contact for psychosocial support and how you can address any physical or mental health needs you or your family may have."</p>Tech helps to keep the distance
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<p>The Humankind has overcome a lot of crises in the past and so we will with the COVID-19 pandemic. Especially our high level of technology makes life in a crisis more bearable than ever before. We can use video calls to see and talk to our friends. We can browse on social media to see how others experience the current situation. And we can entertain ourselves by watching Netflix or playing videogames. Besides that, there are also technologies which help us to make social distancing easier.</p><p>In Belgium <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/workers-in-belgium-use-social-distancing-wearable-tech-2020-5?r=DE&IR=T#rombit-ceo-john-baekelmans-told-reuters-that-the-bracelets-wont-allow-companies-to-track-employees-locations-because-the-devices-are-only-connected-to-each-other-he-says-there-is-no-central-server-8" target="_blank">dockworkers are wearing high-tech bracelets</a>, which measures the distance between each worker. The bracelets, designed for highly industrial environments, were invented by the Belgian Startup Rombit. If the workers are getting to close, the bracelet makes warning sounds.</p><p>Another great solution comes from the company "Boston Dynamics", famous for its advanced robots. The four-legged Robot "Spot" is used by the Bringham and Women's Hospital in Massachusetts to treat coronavirus patients. An IPad is mounted on to the robot, so nurses can check the symptoms of a patient from a safe distance. </p><span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="4f82e293ac54bbdea42fa974f7678732"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sIp-FbLgnbE?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>The dog-like robot is also in Singapore in use for trial, even if it might seem a bit strange. Patrolling the grounds of Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, the robot plays recorded messages to remind everyone to keep 1.5 meters apart. </p>
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="0b51c0822e0afa36ad0ad400bd5cb6db"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2DJmIjKtVkA?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>I know that social distancing can be difficult but please use the technology that we have to make something positive out of this situation. Take this opportunity and spread love instead of the virus and contact your old friends from school, your relatives that you have not spoken to in a long time, or just send a friendly message to your colleagues. No one knows exactly when an antidote will appear on the market to stop COVID-19. As long as this is the case social distancing protects us and our family and friends from getting infected. Together apart, we will keep up!</p>
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Creativity versus Loneliness versus Lockdown
Staying connected to combat loneliness in times of a pandemic
Loneliness is no new issue nowadays. The more we become connected and spend time on social media the more it seems generations become lonelier – which not uncommonly can develop into depression. And with social distancing in place all over the world, a lot of people are afraid that the case may get even worse, as humans are being cut off of their normal social surroundings. But a new study states out that 41 pct. of Europeans actually feel less lonely, or the same way, than before the Covid-19 pandemic. Some experts believe loneliness to be the greater pandemic for humans which may stay long after the corona crisis is over.
One helpful tool in fighting loneliness is technology such as video conferencing tools. In fact, technology made 85 pct. feel less lonely.
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Stay Connected
<img lazy-loadable="true" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMzM4MjcxOS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2MzA1Nzk5NX0.P_HPMdEFqg_Qs6TOOrV85n1NG45uNTGbtApGdQp_mzs/img.jpg?width=980" id="562a2" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="32eb02b105b9d21a72460863bd36d8c3" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" data-width="1920" data-height="1280" /><p> Facing social distancing restrictions people started using connectivity tools which they usually used for work, such as <a href="https://zoom.us/" target="_blank">Zoom</a>, in their everyday life in order to stay in touch with their family, and even reconnect with long lost friends. Some people started organizing trivia nights and even dance parties via video conferencing tools. This also gave the opportunity for less outgoing people to take part in social gatherings, which they would not be a part of in their regular life. Resulting in about 60 pct. considering tech as a reason for feeling less lonely during the corona crisis.</p>Creativity as an Escape
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="f5b105c7cd1163d526f1c106bd2eb017"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SPt_kmDtHXA?list=PLCIzhnLJonIYUZ6qmw-J5SWvrX0yrlCEU&rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p> But people are not just copying real social contact with Zoom events. While a lot of people spend more time at home and experience boredom which we are no longer used to in times of mobile devices, they also start <a href="https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/04/quarantine-creative-teenagers-genz-coronavirus-covid19-technology/" target="_blank">reigniting their creativity</a>. Social media app <a href="http://tiktok.com/" target="_blank">TikTok</a> is now <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2020/4/29/21241788/tiktok-app-download-numbers-update-2-billion-users" target="_blank">one of the most downloaded apps</a> on the app store. Though most of its users are between 14 and 24, now older generations also join in on the fun of easily creating mini videos and sharing them with the world.</p>TWELVE
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMzMxNDk3MS9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY2NzkxNDQyOX0.guah2Gbx-HCOpjJtoFu9DFfTWtsTQFcViUO50t1yMXw/img.png?width=980" id="4ce47" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="fd5c70831f93757e47f6281e973099f1" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p> In order to channel and challenge people's creativity, we started <a href="http://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/TWELVE" target="_self">TWELVE</a>: an Instagram challenge calling out to creatives <a href="https://www.tomorrowunlocked.com/TWELVEminutes/" target="_self">all over the world</a> to share with us their experience with the Covid-19 crisis in one minute videos. It gives an amazing sneak peek at how people are coping with the situation, how the lockdown changed their lives and the way they connect with their family and friends. </p>
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