While exploring “What is work in a digital world?”, two videos, Kurzgesagt’s “The Internet is Worse Than Ever – Now What?” (Kurzgesagt, 2023) and The Guardian’s “Could You Live Without the Internet? | The Digital Divide,” (The Guardian, n.d.) provided a compelling lens through which to view the question.

The comparison highlights overlapping concerns but distinct focal points. Both videos address societal challenges linked to the digital world, emphasising the transformative impact of the internet. Kurzgesagt’s analysis underscores the dangers of polarisation through algorithms and misinformation, suggesting actionable solutions like fostering healthier online communities.

On the other hand, The Guardian takes a human-centered approach, exploring how digital exclusion prevents equitable access to opportunity.

The implications for work in a digital world are significant. Kurzgesagt’s solutions remind us that successful digital collaboration and innovation hinge on critically navigating online spaces. Meanwhile, The Guardian’s exploration of the digital divide reveals that access to technology is still a privilege, not a universal right.

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Together, these insights inform a nuanced perspective: work in a digital world is shaped not only by technological tools but also by the inclusivity and health of the online ecosystems in which they exist. Bridging these gaps will define the future of work.

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Kurzgesagt (2023) The Internet is Worse Than Ever – Now What? www.youtube.com. [Online] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuFlMtZmvY0.

The Guardian (n.d.) The Digital Divide: could you live without the internet? www.youtube.com. [Online] [Accessed on 6th April 2024] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHPrpl1p8kU.

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