: Reviewers from Süddeutsche Zeitung and Markus Lanz praised the book for its accessibility and sharp analysis of the current digital state.
: Explores dating neuroses, online sex addiction, "profile neuroses" (narcissistic self-presentation), and the paradox of growing loneliness despite global connectivity.
: Covers themes like digital perfectionism, constant availability, and self-optimization pressures.
: Some readers on Amazon found his tone occasionally biased or felt that certain technical examples (like references to specific video games) were slightly inaccurate. Availability & Formats
: Addresses "FOMO" (Fear Of Missing Out), data-driven ideologies, and the promise of eternity through anti-aging research. Key Concepts
The book is structured to address the "digital jungle" and provide strategies for psychological resilience.
: The author discusses how "Behaviors of Users [are] Modified, Made into Money, and [turned into] Empires" (BUMMER), highlighting the manipulative nature of digital algorithms.