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?"

Tristan Harris: How better tech could protect us from distraction

How better tech could protect us from distraction

Obsessing over how to spend time can feel like a battle against tech distractions, hinting at the deeper issue of losing control.

Slot machines offer a metaphor for tech's grip on us, turning every email or news feed scroll into a gamble for our attention.

Introducing mindful design in tech, like chat that respects focus, could pivot the digital world towards enhancing human life.