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Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Conspiracies, costume changes, and three-hour deep dives into Twilight: inside the wild west of YouTube video essays

Video essays have become a major cultural phenomenon, producing long-form investigative and analytical content that attracts massive audiences despite assumptions about shrinking digital attention spans.
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The One Question We Need to Ask to Save Humanity

We've lost our way because we're not prioritizing what truly matters. Our world has become so upside down that we once punished kids by sending them to their rooms-now we punish them by taking away screens and forcing them outdoors.
Mental health
Philosophy
fromBig Think
1 month ago

What makes a meme take off? The 3 rules of virality

The first viral idea is likely Martin Luther's 'Ninety-five Theses', leveraging the printing press for rapid spread.
Fashion & style
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
1 month ago

Unveiling the Future: SCHAU25 Redefines Fashion in Berlin

Fashion presentation as a collective experiment confronts modern industry dilemmas.
Designs emphasize sustainability, adaptability, and the interplay of digital and physical identity.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Going Viral: The American Dream or a Nightmare?

The Coldplay viral video captured married co-workers showing pure joy and excitement on Kiss Cam, leading to a surprising reaction that quickly attracted online attention.
Digital life
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Why You Are Reading Reddit a Lot More These Days

Reddit's evolution from a niche link aggregator to the web's default community highlights its inescapable presence in online interactions.
Digital life
Digital life
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

Only 73% of Individuals on the Internet are Real | HackerNoon

Virtual influencers are redefining authenticity and emotional connection in the digital age.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Underscores: "Music"

April Harper Grey's music uniquely blends hyperpop and alt-rock, characterized by whimsical themes and a distinct sound.
Books
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Yung Lean Releases "256 GB": A Decade of Digital Chaos Turned Into Art | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Yung Lean's book '256 GB' blends personal archives with artistic expression, challenging traditional book formats with its raw, visual storytelling approach.
#social-media
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

BeReal is back. Can it stick around this time?

BeReal is attempting a comeback after declining usage by focusing on new features and targeted advertising to engage a young audience.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Mental health

Want to Change Your Life? First Change Your Algorithm

Curating social media content can positively affect mood and mental health.
Our online engagement shapes our emotional experiences and perspectives.
Social media algorithms reinforce selective exposure, impacting our worldview.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Want to Change Your Life? First Change Your Algorithm

Curating social media content can positively affect mood and mental health.
Our online engagement shapes our emotional experiences and perspectives.
Social media algorithms reinforce selective exposure, impacting our worldview.
more#social-media
#ai
more#ai
#smartphones
Digital life
fromMashable
3 months ago

Digital detox for the next generation, from pouches to phone-free proms

Smartphones have revolutionized life but also pose significant challenges.
A proactive approach to smartphone use may be more effective than outright bans.
Digital life
fromMashable
3 months ago

Digital detox for the next generation, from pouches to phone-free proms

Smartphones have revolutionized life but also pose significant challenges.
A proactive approach to smartphone use may be more effective than outright bans.
more#smartphones
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How could you not be body dysmorphic today?' The twisted selfie sculptures of Christelle Oyiri

Digital culture has shifted beauty standards, leading to an increased focus on self-perception and body image among young women.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

The 5 Most Exciting Musical Rabbit Holes of 2025 So Far

Engaging with diverse online content can create a chaotic mental landscape, filled with inspiration and confusion.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Six great reads: the world's biggest YouTube star, a missing twin and a way to understand polarisation

MrBeast exemplifies modern popular culture, regarded as a unique genius despite the potentially degraded nature of his video content.
Digital life
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Katie Rosseinsky: Are you a digital hoarder like me? Why the 'screenshot' folder is a real eye-opener for the self

Digital junk reflects our modern life, showcasing personal interests, societal commentary, and snippets of fleeting moments.
#art
more#art
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'Three things in life are certain - death, taxes and your OnlyFans nudes being leaked': how women's sexuality is hijacked online

In our digital age, the fallout from a lack of accountability for sharing intimate images can wreak havoc on the lives of women, blending misogyny and technology in disturbing new ways.
Women in technology
Digital life
fromCreativeApplications.Net
3 months ago

Viral Infection - Knowledge transmission, reproduction, and evolution in a host

Viral Infection critiques technology's role in knowledge transmission and challenges autonomy amidst rising algorithmic influence.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Colum McCann's Limp Novel of Digital Life

Novels about the internet may be repetitive, but Colum McCann's "Twist" offers a fresh perspective by focusing on the fragility of digital connections.
#technology
more#technology
Social media marketing
fromThe Drum
3 months ago

It is time for influencers to be shaping, not just selling, your brand

Influencers are essential in shaping modern branding, requiring brands to adapt and embrace cultural participation.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
4 months ago

Isle of Any's Coinbase campaign is meant to mess up your TV

The campaign film creatively blends code aesthetics with emotional storytelling to depict the benefits of cryptocurrency.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

What's Behind Technology's Disembodied Female Voices?

It's female and aggressively chipper. It veers from high-pitched to only slightly lower than high-pitched... It's the vocal equivalent of Miracle Whip.
Women in technology
Artificial intelligence
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

This Is Not Architecture: Resisting the Illusion of AI Design

Recent AI advancements have changed how we perceive visual information, impacting architecture with both generic and intentionally designed content.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

Why Our Screens Are Programming Society for Dysfunction | Entrepreneur

The absence of media regulation has led to a normalization of toxic content that negatively impacts mental health and social values.
#youtube
more#youtube
fromBustle
4 months ago

Tara Davis-Woodhall Wants Your Emoji Keyboard To Reflect Black Hairstyles, Too

"I was shocked - not surprised, but shocked - that we're not represented," Davis-Woodhall tells Bustle, reflecting on the lack of emojis that reflect natural Black hairstyles.
Women in technology
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Vans Brings the Old Skool to Fortnite with Exclusive Kicks Drop and Real-World Style Crossover | stupidDOPE

Vans is stepping into digital culture by collaborating with Fortnite, offering virtual sneakers that resonate with music and skate culture.
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