

EP 234: Anjan Katta (Founder of Daylight Computer Co)
6 snips May 2, 2024
Anjan Katta, Founder of the Daylight Computer Company, discusses creating healthier technology free of artificial blue light and non-native EMF. Topics include flicker-free technology, importance of circadian educators, using color responsibly, systemic problems in tech companies, and the significance of space in daily routines.
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QWERTY Keyboard Anecdote
- QWERTY keyboards are not ergonomically designed, leading to issues like carpal tunnel.
- They persist due to social coordination problems, not technological limitations, as exemplified by the word "typewriter".
Social Coordination Problems
- Changing technology requires addressing social, not just technical problems.
- Anjan highlights the lack of value placed on health and mindfulness by tech developers.
Heartbreak and Hope
- Anjan's motivation stems from heartbreak at the unnecessary suffering caused by easily solvable tech problems.
- He feels creating healthier tech isn't about genius but about having the persistence to address social coordination issues.