We are hardwired to crave the unknown. Modern apps use structured uncertainty...

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We are hardwired to crave the unknown. Modern apps use structured uncertainty and immediate feedback loops to keep us locked in a cycle of constant scrolling. This piece examines how the attention economy gambles with our focus and how to spot the trap.