Reconnecting to humanity: The interstitials of TED2026 | TED Blog
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The TED Theater at TED2026 in Vancouver, BC, featuring interstitials across the stage’s three screens. (Photo: Ryan Lash / TED)
The interstitial program of TED2026 was a mixed celebration of the acutely human and the purely robotic. We were brought back to basic tenets of human connection through the rhythmic dance piece “Nemesis”; an animated short where music is the thread tying neighbors together; and a montage of the Artemis II mission, reminding us of the power of teamwork. At the same time, AI humor entertained us and robots both enlightened and spooked us by showing what they may one day remember about humans. How do we balance a necessary return to our need for community while embracing the power of new technology?
TED, Khan Academy and ETS announce new institute to reimagine higher education for the AI age | TED Blog
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Today at TED2026 in Vancouver, the nonprofit organizations TED, Khan Academy and ETS announced a joint plan to launch the Khan TED Institute, a new higher education collaboration designed for an AI‑driven era. The Khan TED Institute aims to prepare learners for the next generation of jobs while cultivating the uniquely human skills required to thrive in work, life and society amid rapid technological change.
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Introducing InnovaTED! An initiative to amplify the ideas and voices of students and educators
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