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Berenschot x Waag Futurelab
Participate in Berenschot's AI Trend Research
Waag Futurelab is collaborating with Berenschot in researching trends in AI.
the internet is broken
'The internet is broken' now available for download
In honour of Waag Futurelab's 30th anniversary, the book is available for free download. The book is available under a Creative Commons BY-SA licence.
Urban Ecology Lab
Limit AI's climate impact
Waag Futurelab has signed the statement Within Bounds: Limiting AI’s Environmental Impact. Waag and 80+ organisations call on policymakers, industry leaders and all stakeholders to limit AI's climate impact.
30 years of Waag
The Leestafel now on display at ZKM exhibition
The classic Leestafel that was shown in the cafe underneath the Waag in the 90s, is now featured in the 'Choose Your Filter!' exhibition at the ZKM Center for Art and Media in Karlsruhe.
data privacy day
15 alternative apps for better privacy and wellbeing
Not-for-profit apps that are good for your privacy? With a nice design and amazing functionality? They exist! Check out our list of 15 apps that offer a viable alternative to big tech.
agenda
6
Mar
19:00
22:00
What would be the ideal route for your data?
Waag Open: Internet routing (Sold out)
13
Mar
16:00
17:30
#MakeSocialsSocialAgain
Helpdesk: Social Socials
10
Apr
16:00
17:30
#MakeSocialsSocialAgain
Helpdesk: Social Socials
15
May
16:00
18:00
save the date!
The State of the Internet 2025
Mission
Waag Futurelab contributes to the research, design and development of a sustainable, just society
- By collectively researching emerging technology, and questioning underlying cultural assumptions;
- By experimenting with and designing alternatives on the basis of public values;
- By developing an open, fair and inclusive future together with civil society.
