But what was a true surprise this year is the number of companies that actually now help us use technology less. Like the Mudita phone that aims to remove any distractions from phones, or Lumi that gives you a physical companion that gamifies your screen time.

Of course, more traditionally, tech companies still dominate the scene. Many of them are new AI-related technologies that create more efficiency for all.

Even trendy intellectual 'gossip' and philosophy made an appearance as Nvidia's latest news surrounding their CEO was discussed on stage.

On a personal note. As interesting as Web Summit is. I do wonder how much of the tech presented there we actually need. But then again, the ever-present idea of progress is something we all seem to strive for.

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