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Data grab: the new colonialism of big tech and how to fight back

Latest 300 | LSE Public lectures and events | Video

CHAPTER

Exploitation and Data Colonialism

The chapter explores the parallels between historical exploitation in colonialism and modern data exploitation, discussing data as the new form of colonialism. It delves into labor exploitation through global data extraction platforms and highlights various forms of violence in the system of data colonialism. The chapter also reflects on the potential future implications of continuous data extraction and emphasizes the importance of resisting the overwhelming influence of data-driven AI.

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