Anti-interoperability, vendor lock-in, and high switching costs (with Cory Doctorow)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
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Navigating Social Media and Blockchain
This chapter explores the challenges of social media lock-in and the potential of blockchain as a solution for achieving interoperability among online platforms. It addresses the complexities of trust in digital infrastructure, emphasizing how centralized service providers can create barriers to access despite advances in technology. Additionally, the discussion includes the implications of large tech monopolies, historical antitrust cases, and the importance of legislative measures to promote multi-vendor solutions and prevent vendor lock-in.
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