Shift
How is the Internet changing society? The magazine for digital culture, issues and technology, delivered directly from blogs and boardrooms.
29
NOV
Tips for smart, sustainable travel
Tourists can do a lot to make their holiday more sustainable by choosing the best vacation package or accommodation. DW presents websites that help plan sustainable holidays.
15
NOV
Security Check: Biometrics vs Passwords
Traditional passwords are easy to crack because people rarely adhere to password security measures. The security of biometric methods depends on the quality of the sensors and the manner in which the data is saved.
15
NOV
British Police use Facial Recognition
The British police are front runners when it comes to utilization of high-tech-cameras for facial recognition and identification. However, civil rights advocates are concerned about the controversial technology.
01
NOV
Online maps fight environmental destruction
Using online maps, the German Alfred Wegener Institute documents ocean pollution, the University of Maryland tracks the destruction of the forests, and NASA provides climate change data.
18
OCT
Tech Pioneer in Africa: Fatoumata Bâ
Fatoumata Bâ helped set up local branches of Africa’s largest e-commerce platform: Africa’s Jumia works much like Amazon. Today, she supports start-ups with her own tech platform Janngo.
18
OCT
How Networks Help Female Tech Founders
By women, for women: specialized networks offer women planning their own tech start-ups coaching, lectures and resources. One example is "Women in Sustainable Finance” created by Marta Ra.
11
OCT
Gaming industry: Play your way to success
A good idea isn't enough by itself. A new game has to go to market quickly and employ user feedback to continuously improve and score a success in the competitive gaming industry.
20
SEP
Gaming tips from Tim Latka
Tim Schwartmann, who's known in the gaming scene as Tim Latka, a professional Schalke 04 gamer, reveals his FIFA strategy and provides tips on improving gameplay.
20
SEP
Why does TimLatka play for Schalke?
Tim Schwartmann plays soccer for Schalke 04 in Germany's premiere league, but on a gaming console, not a pitch. What do e-athetes get from being part of a professional club?
09
AUG
How much online criticism does China allow?
Online political discussions are possible in China. But only up to a point. The moment criticism targets an individual politician, or could potentially trigger a mass movement, authorities step in.
09
AUG
How does the great firewall of China work?
China's internet is only connected to the worldwide web through a few servers, which are closely monitored by the state. And Chinese platforms scrutinize uploaded content in real time.
26
JUL
Security for E-Wallets: a Comparison
How secure are e-wallets compared to online banking or credit cards? Which is better? Cash or mobile payment systems? Julie Maupin, an expert on e-wallets and crypto-currencies provides answers in a Shift Comparison.
