The Bitcoin Standard Podcast 304. Daylight Computer With Tristan Scott
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Dec 16, 2025 
Tristan Scott, Head of Operations at Daylight Computer Company, shares his vision for distraction-free technology. He reveals how modern devices and artificial light disrupt our biology and focus. Tristan introduces Daylight's innovative displays designed to reduce distractions while enhancing mental clarity. He discusses the upcoming Daylight Kids product, aimed at protecting young eyes. The conversation explores creating a simpler design philosophy to combat digital addiction and enhance creativity in a tech-saturated world.
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Environment Trumps Algorithm
- Modern devices create an attention-economy environment that actively captures users like casinos capture gamblers.
- Tristan Scott argues this environmental design, not just algorithms, drives addiction and lowers mental sovereignty.
Light Quality Shapes Biology
- Indoor, artificial light and EMF exposure distort biological timing and cause chronic fatigue.
- Tristan explains blue-dominant artificial light lacks infrared and harms circadian rhythm and retinal mitochondria.
Prefer Reflective, Blue-Free Displays
- Use low-stimulation, reflective displays to reduce eye strain and preserve focus outdoors.
- Tristan recommends a blue-free, flicker-free backlight and faster reflective tech to replace addictive color screens.
