China used technology to help combat the illness.

China, Technology, and the Coronavirus

China was the first country to experience effects from COVID-19. Now the epidemic there is slowing. How did the country make it through? Technology played a big role. In the Aspen Ideas to Go podcast, Lydia Lee, Gary Liu, and Andrew McLaughlin join Vivian Schiller, executive director of the Aspen Digital program at the Aspen Institute, to talk over the kinds of technology that were launched or re-purposed to address aspects of the crisis. Listen.

 

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After much deliberation, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Aspen Ideas Festival and Aspen Ideas: Health. But, we’re committed to sharing ideas that matter with you — and the world. Our team is weighing different ways to bring the essence of Aspen Ideas to you in lieu of our convening in Aspen, and we appreciate your perspective on what you value most. Answer a few questions to help us bring Aspen Ideas 2020 to you! Also, keep an eye out for our first new offering coming soon.


 

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