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Voting Technology articles on Democracy Chronicles
This voting technology section highlights the important role technology has played in democratic history and seeks to explore how technology will shape the future of elections. This new era of elections is an area of heavy debate in political circles. Be sure to also check out our Election Technology section and our articles on Technology Dissidents, the Internet and Voting or Voting Machines.
Where a Retweet Can Land You in Prison
Retweet might not be endorsements in country with free speech but Turkey is no longer that country
Election Commercials Are Big Bucks For Media Empires
Post-Citizens United era has proved to be boon to media companies with endless election commercials
Mastering Technology Before it Masters Us
Our society is more connected today than ever, leading to the popular saying that we live in a “global village”. But has technology made our personal lifestyles easier than before?
Facebook Launches Internet.org to Connect Indonesia
Facebook’s Zuckerberg building his dream to connect Indonesia thousands of islands to internet
Sub-Saharan African Mobile Money Revolution
Lack of traditional banking infrastructure has fed African mobile money as unusual tech hotspot
Indian Net Neutrality Battle Just Heating Up
American tech giants Facebook and Amazon target decision on important Indian net neutrality rules
Real World Social Media Benefit for Nonprofits
Social media benefits developed into a brand new type of communication exchange where users can do everything from shopping to seeking medical attention
NASA Names Distant Asteroid to Honor Malala
Administrator at NASA names asteroid to Honor Malala’s work to support female education in Pakistan
Government Makes Enemy of Turkish Social Media
Battle with Twitter and YouTube reflects government hostility to Turkish social media revolution