In an age where global connectivity underpins nearly every aspect of modern life, the sudden loss of internet access would be catastrophic—yet not unimaginable.
This presentation explores the concept of engineering resilience through the lens of a fictional yet plausible scenario: surviving 90 days without the internet. Drawing on principles from systems engineering, disaster recovery, and cyber-physical infrastructure design, we'll examine how societies, organisations, and individuals can prepare for and adapt to extreme digital disruption.
From decentralised communication methods to resilient supply chains and psychological endurance, this session offers a thought-provoking look at what it takes to withstand—and thrive in—the face of an international internet blackout.