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She draws a stark analogy to colonial history, comparing today's tech giants and governments to the East India Company—a corporate empire intertwined with political authority, wielding resources and influence over entire nations. Without active resistance, this could become the new colonialism—digitally and materially.
A Call for Collective Action
The solutions she offers are rooted in democratization: contesting resource development, transparency in AI research, community-led regulations, and individual agency. From rejecting dark patterns in AI products to advocating for local governance, each action adds up.