In today’s hyper-connected digital landscape, global politics unfolds not just in the corridors of power but across social media platforms where moments of diplomatic tension transform into viral phenomena within hours. The recent confrontation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office stands as a striking example of how political events are now consumed,[…]
Read moreIn the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence assistants, one name has emerged with a distinctive personality and approach: Grok. Developed by xAI, Grok represents a philosophical shift in how AI assistants present themselves and interact with users. This article explores Grok’s self-description, technical foundations, cultural significance, and what its emergence tells us about the evolving relationship between humans and[…]
Read moreWhy I Ditched WhatsApp… A Digital Detox Story… In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant barrage of notifications. I’ve recently taken a step back from one of the most ubiquitous messaging apps: WhatsApp. Why the Change? I’ve always been mindful of my digital well-being, but WhatsApp’s design choices have increasingly clashed with my desire for[…]
Read moreFor years in the social Internet scene, Facebook has carved out a place of vigorous importance: it is absolutely the junk social media par excellence. From the troglodyte interface to the dispersion of timeline content, to the huge presence of trolls and fake news, Facebook is the social media to be avoided like the plague. I’m quitting Facebook. Not comfortable[…]
Read moreFastcompany has published a post, written by a psychologist, that explains a series of tips on how to best use social media to prevent diseases and negative impacts. Several studies have linked the deep use of social media with various levels of social isolation, loneliness and depression. There is a strong body of research linking social media use with depression.[…]
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