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Decoder with Nilay Patel

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Tech Responsibility and Societal Impact

This chapter examines the moral obligations of technology leaders in the context of the attention economy and its societal consequences. It highlights the need for accountability among big tech companies in addressing issues like misinformation and polarization, while discussing the recent initiatives aimed at promoting digital well-being. The conversation underscores the complexities of public discourse shaped by social media and advocates for a collective effort to counteract the detrimental effects of technology on mental health and social cohesion.

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