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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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The Ambivalence of the Gig Economy and Technological Control

This chapter delves into the complexities of the gig economy, examining its role as a flexible income source alongside the risks it presents. It highlights the dominance of technology companies and the implications of their profit-driven practices on local workers and communities.

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