Judge me by my cover: A future beyond algorithms

In a world of algorithms and hashtags, true human connectivity is
too often replaced by clicks. Our interactions and conversations
are interrupted by digital notifications that long for our
attention. Phone calls are replaced by messages on our friends’
digital walls and feeds; face-to-face coffee breaks yield to
likes and retweets.


In this episode of our podcast, Theodora Lau and Bradley Leimer
continue the discussion about China, advancements of data
analytics, and exchange of value in a data economy. With GDPR and
the recent backlash against Facebook related to data privacy,
businesses that rely on "You are the product" models may have to
reconsider their strategy. In a world where every single action
and conversation that a customer has, is being tracked, it is
critical that they realise the importance of data protection.


How often are we looking up, instead of looking down – at our
phones, our laptops, our feeds? What happens to our dreams when
technology envelopes all of our time? How much can we really
enjoy the moment and be one with our surroundings when we are
busy snapping photos for Instagram? Just observe how eager a
little child tries to get their parents’ phone - the very device
that competes for their parents’ focus.


Listen in to hear more from Theo and Brad on data sharing and
privacy and the importance of human touch.


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