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GoFundMe Profits from People’s Pain w/ Nora Kenworthy

Tech Won't Save Us

CHAPTER

Navigating Economic Challenges Through Crowdfunding Platforms

This chapter explores the emergence of digital crowdfunding platforms post-2008 financial crisis, dissecting the shift towards online assistance mechanisms for individuals. It delves into the differences between project-based crowdfunding and charitable platforms, highlighting the connections with societal and economic shifts. The conversation also delves into the complexities of success and privilege within crowdfunding campaigns, reflecting on the societal reliance on such platforms amidst the absence of a robust social safety net.

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