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.

  • Bennyboybumberchums@lemmy.world
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    20 hours ago

    Its got nothing to do with some frivolous ideology, and everything to do with not letting someone else manipulate me through convenience. People like you always have excuses, but the reality is that youre just lazy. You want your hand held by some tech daddy, you need your hand held by some tech daddy. Because other wise you might have to think for yourself. And that, well, thats just too much effort. No, better to bend over, spread cheeks, and present your arse to the gods of convenience. Well, that and all your data…

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      19 hours ago

      LOL. Settle down mate.

      You can call me names if it makes you feel better.

      I couldn’t care less if fb knows I’m selling toddler clothes.

      I, and everyone else who is not 15, will continue selling my junk on facebook.

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        11 hours ago

        Wao, you actually think that’s all they know and therefore that’s the only data they would share and profit from?

        OK, then I totally understand why you are so complacent about it. It all makes sense now.

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        11 hours ago

        Eh, youre the only one doing the name calling and character assassination, cunty chops… Im just calling it like I see it, and youre feeling personally attacked…