Breaking the Power of Big Tech, with Jamie Susskind
Intelligence Squared
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Digital Republicanism: Rethinking Power in Tech
This chapter explores the transformative impact of digital technologies on society, arguing for a new governance framework known as digital republicanism. It critiques traditional individualism, emphasizing collective action to address power imbalances in the tech industry and reiterates the need for citizen engagement in shaping democratic values. The discussion stresses that technology is not neutral, highlighting its role in influencing perceptions and perpetuating biases, urging a more conscious approach to system design.
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