Venice: Thinking Faster than It's Sinking

The post title comes directly from a sentence in this commentary by Wired writer Momus, who sends his dispatch straight from the city of canals, where he is currently attending a conference. By posing some questions about the future of Venice, Momus opens the door for a broader dialogue about cultural issues surrounding creativity and productivity in our global economy.

What does the future hold for a tourist haven like Venice? Searching for the sounds of industry with his students, Momus notes that production continues to decline in ancient cities like Venice. How does a city with no decent wi-fi connection compete with the giants of industry and all the outsourcing mania? Maybe it doesn't have to. Artisans still sell their wares and people will always flock to this floating "cultural capital". Momus talks to Venice thinkers who are creating innovative ways to sustain the city. It got me thinking too, a neat read.

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