Ruby Justice Thelot explores the cultural and technological counter-currents to modern hyper-digitization, from the death of Detroit techno pioneer Juan Atkins to the failure of tech-fashion house Coperni. He analyzes the corporate aesthetics overtaking social platforms and breaks down data behind the resurgence of analog media alongside the explosive commercial rise of paratechnology designed to lock users out of their screens.

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Gen Z Is Turning Vinyl Records Into Wall Posters

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Gen Z Is Turning Vinyl Records Into Wall Posters