Wonder what happens when zaps replace likes - it'll be exciting how the kind of content we create and consume changes as we shift from fighting for attention (the like) to value (the zap)... but just how the like button was originally designed to be a simple positive acknowledgement, and turned out to release addicting levels of dopamine... I wonder if zaps would actually make those dopamine hits stronger. The shadow side of the like button is attention seeking, is the shadow side of the zap greed? After the inevitable mainstream adoption, how will zapping impact the mental health of young people who are particularly susceptible to the downsides of social media? Not even trying to be a buzzkill, I love this, just something I've been thinking about. Can we better protect them?

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#[2]​ #[3]​ #[4]​ very relevant discussion topic for next Nostrica!

We need some “Zap Sociologist” PhD keynotes I think… 👀⚡️

YES these are the things that are capturing my imagination

Your and mine both... I promised already to do better at next #nostrica regarding this. Reserve a whole day to sit at some table and zap together with others... would love if you two joined as well!

Absolutely would love!