Fractionalized Attention and the Real Definition of “Media”

In a recent story, Wired devotes considerable attention to media and media startups, thanks in large part to the hefty investments in many of these entities, like Vox, Vice and Buzzfeed. They all have similar narratives. Other less-well-funded startups such as Circa make an appearance as well. When I read the piece, I tweeted that perhaps media people who … Continue reading Fractionalized Attention and the Real Definition of “Media”

What I am reading today

Computers are for people. [Jason Kottke] The reading brain in the digital age: the science of paper versus screens. [Scientific American] Why we hate the new tech boom. [Salon] The “Breaking Bad” School. [The Economist] 3 reasons why comparisons between Zynga and King are flawed. [Eric Seufert] Microsoft directors have a lot of explaining to … Continue reading What I am reading today