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Comicpalooza Features Three Distinct Film Festivals

Abner Fletcher

Posted on May 25, 2018 · We learn that popular culture of sci-fi and fantasy encompasses movies, books, and games as well, the convention plays host to a variety of experiences for attendees, including a number of film festivals.

Tags comic book comicpalooza Comicpalooza Film Festival films Jo’Nathan Gwynn Joe Livey popular culture sci-fi ZONE Film Festival

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The Father Of The Internet Sees His Invention Reflected Back Through A ‘Black Mirror’

LAURA SYDELL, NPR

Posted on February 20, 2018 · The titans of Silicon Valley have a grand vision of the future. But they have a tendency to miss the downside of their inventions — think cybercrime and online harassment

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A Google-Related Plan Brings Futuristic Vision, Privacy Concerns To Toronto

Katie Toth, NPR

Posted on November 24, 2017 · Sidewalk Labs, a sibling company to Google, plans to redevelop Toronto's waterfront as a high-tech, livable lab. Some residents wonder what a data-driven development could mean for privacy.

Tags google high tech neighborhood privacy samrt city sci-fi Sidelwalk Labs techonology TOronto

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