This week's must-reads: A Regulatory Framework for the Internet
In my work as a behavioral designer, I come across stories on the importance of using psychology to influence behavior. Here's my weekly round-up of the most important stories at the intersection of psychology, technology, and business.
A Regulatory Framework for the Internet
Regulators need to stop blindly regulating “the Internet” and instead understand that every part of the Internet stack is different.
Limiting Your Child’s Fire Time: A Guide for Concerned Paleolithic Parents
It’s important to make sure that your child engages in other activities, like mammoth hunting and the gathering of rocks and bones. :)
Are Plastic Bag Bans Garbage?
A national movement to ban plastic bags is gaining steam, but these restrictions may actually hurt the environment more than help it.
Why Your Newsfeed SUCKS
How you can't tell if something on the internet is fact or fiction
The Psychology of Startup Growth
Growth is not a one-time gimmick.
Nir Eyal is the author of Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and blogs about the psychology of products at NirAndFar.com. For more insights on changing behavior, join his free newsletter and receive a free workbook.
