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#387: Tristan Harris — Fighting Skynet and Firewalling Attention

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Rethinking Tech Incentives

This chapter examines the dual nature of technology as both a beneficial tool and a potential harm when driven by profit-focused advertising models. It highlights the adverse effects of algorithmic recommendations on platforms, particularly in how they promote harmful content, while calling for a reassessment of the motivations behind tech companies. The discussion underscores the urgent need for regulatory changes and new business models that prioritize user well-being over profit from attention extraction.

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