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Subscribe Weekend Reads Technology in Perspective 07.08.23 | Taking steps toward a more inclusive future Our latest Accessibility issue, which was guest-edited by Ashley Shew, author of Against Technoableism: Rethinking Who Needs Improvement, looks at the ways in which technology can provide access (or in some cases hinder it) across a variety of fronts. Read our in-depth stories from the issue below. Plus, subscribe and save 25% to ensure you get full access to the issue, our trusted reporting, and expert emerging technology insights.   Connecting climate change and the digital divide Monica Sanders has spent her career advocating for more equitable disaster policies. She believes broad­band access needs to be a part of that conversation. Still finding their voice For decades, assistive communication devices were available only to a small fraction of non­speaking people. The iPad should have revolutionized access. What happened? Sonifying the sky Astronomers and other scientists are exploring ways to make data more accessible through sound. Lithography's long journey The technologies that produce today's chips are among humankind's most complex inventions. Welcome to the big blimp boom Meet the startups that want to build futuristic blimps, airships, and hot-air balloons. Job title of the future: metaverse lawyer Madaline Zannes's virtual offices come with breakout rooms, an art gallery… and a bar. Event ClimateTech Innovations for a sustainable future October 4-5, 2023 Learn more » Limited Time Only: Save 25% Subscribe for full access to the Accessibility issue and learn how technology can work for everyone. Plus, get in-depth stories on assistive devices, sonification, immigration, and climate change. SUBSCRIBE & SAVE 25% Was this newsletter forwarded to you, and you'd like to see more? Sign up today → View in browser | This email was sent to alexvarboffin.abbb@blogger.com. Manage your preferences | Unsubscribe | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy MIT Technology Review · 196 Broadway, 3rd fl, · Cambridge, MA 02139 · USA Copyright © 2023 MIT Technology Review, All rights reserved. Opt out of all promotional emails and newsletters from MIT Technology Review