War on Friction

People vs Algorithms

Apple has entered the AI fray with a compelling view of using it to remove friction that gets in the way of people want to get things done. The issue arises for those who create that friction by serving as intermediaries.

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• 00:39 Introduction to People vs. Algorithms
• 04:23 Apple's WWDC Highlights
• 10:29 Privacy and Trust in Tech
• 27:30 Microsoft's Rewind Feature Controversy
• 33:33 The Enduring Relevance of the Phone
• 38:45 Advertising Trends and Challenges
• 48:11 The War on the Inbox
• 53:57 Sleep and Technology