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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 Economics

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Data Colonialism: A New Frontier

This chapter explores the concept of data colonialism, illustrating how the extensive collection of personal data by companies mirrors historical colonial practices. The speakers discuss the implications of this data extraction on insurance, healthcare, and power dynamics in contemporary society. By framing data territories as new forms of control, they highlight the urgent need to address the capitalist motivations behind these practices.

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