How often does technology interrupt us from what we really mean to be doing? At work and at play, we spend a startling amount of time distracted by pings and pop-ups -- instead of helping us spend our time well, it often feels like our tech is stealing it away from us. Design thinker Tristan Harris offers thoughtful new ideas for technology that creates more meaningful interaction. He asks: "What does the future of technology look like when you're designing for the deepest human values?"

How better tech could protect us from distraction

Modern technology often hijacks attention with endless pings and addictive design, turning every phone check into a digital slot machine. Just one interruption can derail focus for over twenty minutes, while constant distractions train people to self-interrupt every few minutes. Designers can build tools that prioritize meaningful connection and conscious choices, rather than maximizing screen time. Measuring tech's true value by the positive hours it adds to life, not just minutes spent online, opens the door to more humane digital experiences.