This consolidation of power is a dream come true for the Big Tech platforms, but it’s a nightmare for users. While the megacorporations get more traffic and a whole lot more user data (read: profit), users are left with far fewer community options and a bland, corporate surveillance machine instead of a vibrant public sphere. The internet we all fell in love with is a diverse and colorful place, full of innovation, connection, and unique opportunities for self-expression. That internet—our internet—is worth defending.

      • null_dot@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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        13 hours ago

        Not really. I use my tech for both.

        How does that matter?

        Logging in to fb marketplace in a containered tab isn’t a big deal.