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- 18 in 10 young adults say smartphones harm daily lifeโ8 in 10 people aged 16-34 say smartphone use harms their everyday life
A new survey finds 8 in 10 people aged 16 to 34 believe their smartphone use harms their everyday life. The figure, reported in the Netherlands, points to growing concern among young adults about screen time, attention, sleep and wellbeing, even as phones remain central to work and social life.
- 2Chinese infrastructure and cyber gaps threaten NATO mobility, think tank warnsโผFDD says Chinese infrastructure footprint, cybersecurity gaps threaten NATO military mobility corridors across Europe
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies warns that China's role in European infrastructure and cybersecurity weaknesses could jeopardise NATO's military mobility corridors across the continent. The report argues that hostile control over ports, rail networks and digital systems could delay or disrupt the movement of allied troops and equipment in a crisis, prompting calls for stricter screening of foreign involvement in critical transport infrastructure.
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A new expert guide to modern digital parenting has been published, offering advice on how parents can manage children's screen time, online safety, and social media use. The topic reflects ongoing concern among families about how much time children spend on devices and how to protect them from online risks.
- 4Best post-smartphone gadgets for cutting screen time, rankedโBest post-smartphone gadgets for less phone time, ranked by how little they ask of you
A new ranking highlights gadgets designed to replace smartphone time, ordered by how little attention and upkeep they demand from users. The list taps into growing interest in 'dumb' or minimalist devices โ e-readers, basic music players and other single-purpose tools โ as people look for ways to reduce screen time without going fully offline. Commenters are weighing which low-demand devices actually stick.
- 5Digital minimalism gains attention in tech-dependent societyโDigital minimalism in a technology-dependent society
A student newspaper column argues for digital minimalism โ deliberately cutting back on screens and apps โ as a response to how dependent daily life has become on technology. The piece weighs the benefits of constant connectivity against concerns about attention, wellbeing and overuse, and suggests setting personal limits on device use rather than abandoning technology altogether.
- 6Digital signage market grows on customer engagement strategiesโCustomer engagement strategies driving digital signage market growth
Retailers are investing more heavily in digital signage as part of broader customer engagement strategies, fuelling growth in the global digital signage market. Industry coverage points to screens, interactive displays and targeted content being used to attract shoppers, personalise in-store experiences and drive sales, making signage a key retail technology spending priority.
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Reports say books are making a big comeback in the United States, with renewed interest in reading across the country. The claim, carried by regional outlets, suggests print books are regaining popularity after years of competition from digital media and screens. Details on sales figures or what is driving the trend were not provided, leaving the scope of the revival unclear.