20082016
20082016 is a stylistic label used to designate the period spanning from the year 2008 through 2016. It is not an official era but appears in analyses, retrospectives, and branding to capture a finite stretch of time marked by significant economic, technological, political, and cultural shifts.
Economic and technological context: The period began with the global financial crisis of 2008 and a deep
Political and social developments: The era included the Arab Spring (2010–2011), the European sovereign debt crisis,
Cultural and scientific trends: Streaming media grew in prominence, changing entertainment consumption. Renewable energy capacity increased