The fact that ads work doesn't mean that they're beneficial to the economy.

I disagree with the premise that non-human entities are entitled to my attention.

> I disagree with the premise that non-human entities are entitled to my attention.

I tried that but the cop said it was still speeding even if I refused to acknowledge the speed limit sign.

Fair enough, I'll add some nuance. The government that I am a citizen of is a special case of a non-human entity, they do have entitlement to my property (which includes my attention).

Traffic signs put up by my government are different than billboards put up by a company. The former is to protect me, the latter is to exploit me.

> they do have entitlement to my property (which includes my attention)

Er, I hope not.

> The government that I am a citizen of is a special case of a non-human entity

What about a private company that puts up a parking charge sign?