The World Ahead: Technologies to watch

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English - January 24, 2022 16:30 - 19 minutes - 45.7 MB - ★★★★ - 2.8K ratings
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The rapid development and roll-out of coronavirus vaccines has been a reminder of the power of science and technology to change the world. Host Tom Standage considers some of the technologies to watch in 2022, from 3D-printed housing and heat pumps to flying electric taxis and meetings in the metaverse.

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