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Tee Pillay, co-founder of Groops

Engineering Belonging | Tee Pillay on Groops and the Infrastructure of Human Connection

As loneliness rises in the digital age, Tee Pillay discusses why belonging may need to be designed intentionally—and how Groops aims to help.

The Loneliness Economy | What a Lonely World Can Learn from a Culture Built on Togetherness

As loneliness rises in the age of algorithms, we examine the psychology behind the shift—and the South African instinct to design connection differently.
Sed Pillay, South African comedian and co-founder of Groops

What Comes After the Laugh | Sed Pillay on Comedy, Sustainable Happiness and Why Connection Matters More Than Virality

From actuarial science to parody songs, Sed Pillay reflects on comedy, social media, and the search for sustainable happiness through real-world connection.