From 100 Words for Wind to Safe Tap Water–Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Iceland
Check Your Relatives On An App
In 2010, Icelandic entrepreneur Friðrik Skúlason teamed up with genetics company deCODE to create the Íslendingabók or Book of Icelanders, a genealogy website that uses the biotechnology firm’s 1997 database. The project has since evolved, with the development of a mobile app that Icelanders can use to check if their romantic interests are close family members.
Given Iceland’s small population, this feature is essential in preventing accidental incest. As expected, the app has gained popularity, especially among college students, who created the Íslendinga-App. Skúlason’s project serves as a fascinating example of how technology can be used to preserve cultural heritage and solve unique social issues in a modern world.
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