Materiality of Tech
New technologies are changing society, and also the buildings around us, in many ways.
The Impact of Technology on Our World
New technologies are changing society and the buildings around us in many ways. This film evening explores the material side of technology. 'World Machine' depicts a future in which the earth is designed for artificial intelligence, with solar panel fields and wind farms. This visual film essay combines computer animation with live-action footage and invites you to reflect on the ecological footprint of digital technologies.
Quantum Computers and Big Tech Companies
'Building for the Quantum' follows the construction of one of the world's first quantum computers in Spain. The film explores what quantum architecture looks like, from brick and cement to rooms with temperatures around absolute zero. It raises questions about the physical and philosophical challenges of this new technology. Finally, 'Big Tech Blues' highlights what happens when a tech giant chooses a remote village in Norway for a Space X Starlink ground station. This film is a personal investigation into the sacrifices for digital transformation, the clash between community values, and the rise of big tech companies.
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October 2026
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| Datum | Tijd | Locatie | Ticketlink | CalendarLink |
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| Thu 8 Oct | 17:45 | LantarenVenster | Buy tickets | |
Thursday 8 October
A State of Trance will take place again at Ahoy on 26 and 27 February
Armin van Buuren returns to Rotterdam Ahoy with A State of Trance (ASOT) on 26 and 27 February, with two evenings packed with captivating trance, a five-hour set by Armin van Buuren and five stages featuring leading names from across the scene. Weekend tickets go on sale on 3 September....
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