In Search of Meaning in the Age of AI

Saturday, January 17, 2026
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We live in a time where technological innovation never pauses. Artificial Intelligence is growing exponentially; algorithms predict our behavior and smart systems make decisions once reserved for humans. Yet… life feels faster but poorer. We have more resources than ever, yet less time, less rest and less meaning. Society seems increasingly individualistic; hidden poverty is on the rise—not only financially but socially and emotionally.

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When Artificial Intelligence Becomes Domestic

Thursday, December 18, 2025
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Artificial intelligence is often discussed at the level of cloud infrastructure, foundation models and geopolitics. Yet its most immediate societal impact may unfold much closer to home. As AI increasingly becomes embedded in consumer products — from smart appliances to home automation systems — European retailers find themselves at the frontline of the next phase of AI adoption. MediaMarktSaturn Group, Europe’s largest consumer electronics retailer, offers a revealing lens into how this transition may unfold.

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