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Zoom isn’t as “encrypted” as you think, tech regulation amidst COVID-19, and economist Gene Sperling on being in a “jobs depression”

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Big Tech, Economics, and Essential Workers

This chapter critically analyzes the responses of big tech companies, focusing on Zoom's actions amid rising privacy and security concerns during the pandemic. It discusses the complex interplay between public health, economic recovery, and the role of government oversight, while highlighting the struggles faced by essential workers and the deepening inequalities. The conversation emphasizes the need for systemic reforms and compassion in capitalism to support those most affected by the crisis.

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