surveillance capitalism

May
13
The power to misinform begins with an invasion of privacy

The power to misinform begins with an invasion of privacy

What is it about these digital platforms that turn run-of-the-mill election falsehoods and distortions into weapons of cyber-war?
5 min read
Apr
28
The town square doesn’t belong in private hands | Overland

The town square doesn’t belong in private hands | Overland

Digital platforms are at the centre of modern life and we deserve to have a real say in shaping how those platforms work and who they work for. We should be able to engage in civic life free from surveillance, manipulation and control.
1 min read
Oct
03

Uber Still Hasn't Turned a Profit →

Uber is better though of as a political project more than a company. It's job is to be the tip of the spear for surveillance capitalism's remaking of labour relations. And it's doing a very good job of it too.
1 min read