OVERDEVELOPMENT IN TIMES OF CRISIS:

THE IMPACT OF THE COLD WAR ON EVERYDAY LIFE

Abstract

The Cold War was one of the most tense periods experienced by humanity, where the USA and the USSR, in an almost war-like atmosphere, had significant differences in various aspects, particularly in politics. The fear of a third world war prompted both countries to heavily invest in technologies that would establish them as the most powerful. Some of these innovations, initially developed for the military, eventually became crucial contributions to civilian life, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS), the internet, and other significant inventions. In terms of conflict, there were various forms of contention between the two nations at that time: arms and space race, cultural Cold War, among others. Alongside these conflicts emerged significant technological advancements. The aim of this study is to analyze and observe how technologies stemming from the Cold War impact the everyday lives of ordinary citizens.

Keywords: Cold War; Technologies; Conflicts; Impact; Innovations.