In an age of digital overload, the daily influx of targeted ads and an overflowing inbox are leaving people feeling more stressed than special. Stationary start-up Maurèle is providing an anecdote to generic email fatigue by helping people create meaningful touchpoints through personalised paper goods.

Distractions abound in the age of the smartphone as work emails, social media notifications, and news updates keep people glued to their devices. The Thrive Away app is helping people regain control of their digital lives and set healthy boundaries by screening all incoming mobile activity.

The pandemic has seen more people using dating apps but with hours spent scrolling and swiping, many are experiencing tech fatigue. Dating app Thursday is offering a more balanced approach to online dating by giving people a chance to find love online, just one day a week.

The surge in screen-time sparked by COVID-19 has left some people mentally and emotionally fatigued. Yet online habits don’t have to be defined by ‘doomscrolling’ and unrealistic social feeds. How can ‘digital gardens’ facilitate a calmer and more cooperative way to interact on the web?