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Money, power, politics, and the internet's next battleground

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Ownership, Freedom, and Platform Dynamics in the Digital Space

The chapter explores the evolving landscape of ownership and freedom on social media platforms and blockchain technology, touching on how platforms exert control over users and content. It discusses the historical tactics of monopolies like Microsoft and the potential vulnerabilities of centralized systems compared to decentralized models. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community ownership, open source software, and distributed power structures in countering corporate dominance in the digital realm.

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