Media Preservation

2 articles

A single glowing optical disc on a pedestal in a dark, dusty archive filled with obsolete physical media, symbolizing the importance of preservation.

Digital decay is real: physical media offers a reliable archive.

By January 2028, Sony will cease producing physical optical discs for new PlayStation games, a decision that fundamentally redefines consumer ownership in the digital age.

Andre Silva·July 2, 2026

A vast, old library filled with books, records, and film reels, contrasted by a single glowing digital screen symbolizing transient streaming.

Media

The Tyranny of the Stream: Why We Must Preserve Physical Media

The preservation of physical media is a vital defense of our cultural memory against the transient nature of digital access. Entrusting our entire cultural library to the cloud risks profound and irreversible loss.

Claire Donovan·April 1, 2026