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Algorithms create a dull conformity — off and online

Future Tense

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The Attention Crisis and Tech's Dominance

This chapter explores the monopolistic practices of major tech companies and the public's frustration due to limited alternatives, stifling innovation. It examines the decline in human attention spans and the consequences of our digital environment on cognition and culture, highlighting how systemic issues within the internet design contribute to this problem. The chapter also discusses strategies for improving focus and the need for technology that supports better attention management.

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