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Can Big Tech Be Contained?

The Next Big Idea Daily

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The Impacts of Big Tech Companies on Society

This chapter delves into how major tech firms such as Google and Meta gather large volumes of personal data that fuel targeted marketing campaigns while also posing threats to civil liberties, the economy, and democratic values. The discussion extends to the rising concerns about identity theft due to excessive data accumulation, alongside the substantial AI investments by these companies for applications ranging from positive advancements to potential ethical dilemmas.

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