Featured image: People on smartphones - Photo by Camilo Jimenez on Unsplash Overview In an age of infinite scrolls, constant notifications, and algorithmic feeds designed to capture our attention, understanding and managing our relationship with digital technology has become essential. “The Battle for Attention” is an ongoing exploration of how modern technology platforms compete for our most valuable resource: our attention. The Attention Economy Our attention has become a commodity. Social media platforms, news sites, and digital services compete fiercely for our eyeballs and engagement.

The Problem with Hate There’s a particular flavour of tech criticism that’s become fashionable: “I hate Facebook.” “Delete Facebook.” “Facebook is destroying democracy/our minds/civilization.” And look, the critiques aren’t wrong. Facebook’s business model is fundamentally problematic. Their algorithmic amplification of outrage is documented. The privacy violations are real. The psychological manipulation is deliberate. But here’s the thing: I still love Facebook. Not in the sense that I approve of their business practices or think they’re a net positive for society.