Tag Archives: LonFut

London Futurists news, 20 Jun 2018

Posted on 20 June, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) Nesta FutureFest discount code Will technology control us? Or can we control technology? Is democracy broken? If so, how can we fix it? Can we protect our planet… by reforming the economy? Can we rebuild our cities… … Continue reading →

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Futurist activity at London Tech Week and beyond

Posted on 12 June, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, As I write these words, London Tech Week is well under way. An estimated 55 thousand participants from 90+ countries are taking part in what is said to be over 300 tech-related events in and around London this … Continue reading →

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Two days to UBIA2018 – and other news

Posted on 31 May, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists 1.) UBIA2018, this Saturday, 2nd June In two days time (as I write these words), many London Futurists will be participating in a set of discussions about UBI and alternatives – discussions catalysed by a range of presentations … Continue reading →

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A Slack workplace for London Futurists

Posted on 14 May, 2018 by David Wood

Following discussions with a number of members, I’ve created a Slack workspace for use by members and supporters of London Futurists. The workspace address is https://londonfuturists.slack.com. To join this workspace, you’ll need an invite. For the time being, anyone who clicks … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 4 May 2018

Posted on 4 May, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, I’m in Korea and China for a few days (see below for some thoughts about the role of these countries in the global future), but my email inbox keeps bringing me updates about events and projects of potential … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 26 Apr 2018

Posted on 26 April, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, As London weather is warming up, there’s a lot happening on the futurist stage too. 1.) Schedule and speakers announced for UBIA 2018 The speakers and schedule for the UBIA 2018 event on Saturday 2nd June have now … Continue reading →

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Call for speakers: “Advice from 2023”

Posted on 15 March, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, On the afternoon of Thursday 14th June, at London’s ExCeL centre, London Futurists will be hosting a Futurist Summit as part of TechXLR8. The theme of the Summit will be “Advice from 2023”. I’m writing to ask for … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 8 Mar 2018

Posted on 8 March, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, I’ve some news to share about forthcoming events: 1.) Technology and the radical transformation of politics – Mon 26 Mar A better politics awaits us, beckoning us forward. It’s up to us – all of us – whether we … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 7 Feb 2018

Posted on 7 February, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) New choice of London Futurists pub? It’s long been the practice after London Futurists events in Birkbeck College for attendees to meet in the nearby Marlborough Arms pub on Torrington Place. These post-event discussions allow deeper and … Continue reading →

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London Futurists news, 13 Jan 2018

Posted on 13 January, 2018 by David Wood

Dear Futurists, 1.) The Future of Human Healthcare and Medicine – Sat 17th Feb I’ll start with a quick reminder to anyone who may have missed previous messages about this change in date. London Futurists is delighted to be hosting life … Continue reading →

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