Facebook's Power and Gig Economy Challenges

This chapter examines the argument for breaking up Facebook, analyzing the significant influence of its founder and the repercussions on small businesses and the economy. It also delves into labor relations in the gig economy, discussing the challenges workers face at companies like Uber and Lyft, particularly regarding compensation and the disconnect between corporate revenues and driver wages. The chapter critiques monopolistic behaviors in the tech industry and emphasizes the need for regulatory reforms to ensure fairer economic dynamics.