Madhu Kumar
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10 tech-related trends that shaped the decade
- Social media sites have emerged as a go-to platform for connecting with others, finding news and engaging politically.
- Around the world and in the US, social media has become a key tool for activists, as well as those aligned against them.
- Smartphones have altered the way many Americans go online.
- Growth in mobile and social media use has sparked debates about the impact of screen time on America’s youth – and others.
- Data privacy and surveillance have become major concerns in the post-Snowden era.