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Ulises Ali Mejias and Nick Couldry, "Data Grab: The New Colonialism of Big Tech and How to Fight Back" (U Chicago Press, 2024)

New Books in Critical Theory

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Data Colonialism Unveiled

This chapter explores the authors' backgrounds and their critical examination of data colonialism, emphasizing its historical roots and contemporary implications. They draw parallels between colonial practices and the operations of big tech, introducing a framework of 'data territories' to understand digital control. The discussion highlights the ethical concerns surrounding the extraction of personal data and its effects on society and workers in modern capitalism.

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