Uploaded: 12 May 2020 (6 years ago) · Shared: 13 May 2020
Duration: 5:41
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In this thought-provoking video, renowned author and activist Naomi Klein explores how Big Technology is leveraging the Coronavirus lockdown to reshape the 'New Normal' in health, education, and employment. Klein delves into the ethical and societal implications of these changes, encouraging viewers to think critically about the role of technology in our lives. This discussion is particularly relevant for those of faith, as it touches on themes of responsibility, stewardship, and the impact of technological advancements on our communities. Whether you're a follower of Islam, Christianity, or Judaism, this video offers valuable insights that align with the teachings of the Quran, Bible, and Torah, urging us to consider the moral dimensions of our modern world.
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What is Coronavirus?Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that cause diseases in mammals and birds. In humans, coronaviruses cause respiratory tract infections that are typically mild, such as the common cold, though rarer forms such as SARS, MERS, and COVID-19 can be lethal. Symptoms vary in other species: in chickens, they cause an upper respiratory tract disease, while in cows and pigs they cause diarrhea. There are yet to be vaccines or antiviral drugs to prevent or treat human coronavirus infections.
What is the New Normal?New Normal is a term used to reflect a change in society. In particular in relation to business and economics, that refers to significant change in financial and business conditions. It has been used following the financial crisis of 2007-2008, the aftermath of the 2008-2012 global recession, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The term has since been used in a variety of other contexts to imply that something which was previously abnormal has become commonplace.
What is Technology?Technology is the collection of techniques, skills, methods, and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation. A modern example is the rise of communication technology, which has lessened barriers to human interaction and as a result has helped spawn new subcultures; the rise of cyberculture has at its basis the development of the Internet, computer, smartphone, and Artificial Intelligence.
What is Lockdown?Lockdown is an emergency protocol that usually prevents people or information from leaving an area. The protocol can usually only be initiated by someone in a position of authority. Lockdowns can also be used to protect people inside a facility or, for example, a computing system, from a threat or other external event. During the 2019-20 Coronavirus pandemic, the term lockdown was used for actions related to mass quarantines. Lockdowns can limit movements or activities in a community while allowing most organizations to function normally, or limit movements or activities such that only organizations supplying basic needs and services can function normally.
