There's nothing in your life or in our collective problems that does not require our ability to put our attention where we care about. At the end of our lives, all we have is our attention and our time.
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The EU can lead the world toward more humane technology. But doing so requires thinking more broadly about reining in social media platforms to prevent them from degrading our democracies.
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What this quote means
The EU has the potential to guide the development of technology in a more ethical direction, necessitating broader considerations for social media regulation.
Tristan Harris emphasizes the responsibility of the European Union in influencing the trajectory of technology to ensure it aligns with human values. He warns that without adequate regulation of social media platforms, these technologies could undermine democratic principles, calling for a more comprehensive approach to technology governance that prioritizes the common good over profit and influence.
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EuTechnologySocial MediaDemocracyRegulationHumane
In practice
Example use cases
During a conference on digital ethics, this quote can highlight the importance of regulatory frameworks.
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