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Linked to ownership is the growing erosion of privacy and trust, with individuals recognizing how their data is harvested and weaponized against them. The fallout from events such as the Cambridge Analytica scandal has demonstrated that personal data is not protected but commodified. Users feel devalued as products, leading to a significant trust gap between tech companies and their audiences.
The Wealth Gap: Technology as a Force for Inequality
Digital technology has bred a wealth gap that benefits a corporate elite while further entrenching socioeconomic divides. Large tech companies thrive at the expense of everyday consumers. From subscription services laden with hidden fees to predatory practices like misleading free trials, the digital landscape feels increasingly exploitative.