TED Talks Daily Who owns the internet of the future? | Ordinary Things
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Mar 14, 2023 An anonymous creator discusses the chilling impact of data-driven mass surveillance on privacy. The influence of state-funded troll farms on social media introduces chaos and disinformation, challenging the internet’s original purpose. The vital struggle for a free internet emerges as a defining issue for our collective future. Meanwhile, digital activism gains traction as a counterforce against government and corporate domination, urging a return to the founding principles of openness and equality amid shifting social media dynamics.
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Centralization of the Internet
- The internet's initial promise of decentralization has been partly unrealized, with a few companies dominating.
- This shift raises concerns about individual freedom and control in the digital space.
Egyptian Internet Shutdown
- In 2011, the Egyptian government shut down the internet to control protests.
- This act highlighted the internet's power for decentralized organization.
Myanmar's Internet Suppression
- Myanmar's military junta used internet shutdowns to suppress protests and hide abuses.
- Activists used VPNs to bypass restrictions and document violence, demonstrating a form of cyber warfare.