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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 Science, Technology, and Society

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Navigating the Gig Economy and Data Colonialism

This chapter explores the dual nature of the gig economy, noting its appeal for quick cash alongside the exploitation experienced by workers on platforms like Uber and Lyft. It discusses the potential perils of AI in both labor and education, highlighting biases and the ongoing influence of big tech in perpetuating systemic inequalities. Additionally, the conversation draws historical parallels between colonial practices and modern data-driven capitalism, urging a critical examination of how narratives of progress often obscure deep-seated exploitation.

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