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The Halo Effect: How tech should reduce, not exacerbate, social inequality

In this latest round-up of top content from Halo, EG’s tech and innovation platform, we kick off with a piece on the power of technology to not only bring people together, but to push them apart if not properly managed.

We were joined by William Newton from WiredScore, Virginia Clegg, partner at DAC Beachcroft, and Neil Impiazzi, partnership development director at SEGRO, to discuss what a compassionate world might look like post-pandemic and how technology and the real estate sector can support this evolution. But as Newton pointed out, more needs to be done to ensure technology does not become a wedge that further separates people. For more information, including the full podcast, check out the story here.

Speaking of WiredScore, big news from the connectivity ratings company this week as it announced the launch of the world’s first smart building council in preparation for a certification for smart buildings. The council is made up of some of the most forward-thinking companies in global real estate. Read the full list and find out more here.

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