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Dave Troy Presents
The Tech Coup with Marietje Schaake
Nov 26, 2024
Marietje Schaake, a former member of the European Parliament and current International Director of Policy at Stanford Cyber Policy Center, discusses the alarming impact of Big Tech on democracy. She argues that private tech companies are usurping power from democratic institutions. Highlighting concerns about cryptocurrency's destabilizing effects and rising authoritarianism, Schaake emphasizes the need for a 'public stack' to ensure community governance. Her insights provide a roadmap for safeguarding democracy in the digital age.
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- Marietje Schaake argues that unchecked tech companies significantly threaten democratic governance by usurping decision-making roles typically held by public institutions.
- The rise of cryptocurrencies poses challenges to societal stability and democratic integrity, enabling wealth concentration that sidelines average citizens.
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The Concept of the Tech Coup
The term 'tech coup' refers to the growing control that private tech companies have over decision-making processes traditionally held by public institutions. This power shift poses significant risks to democracy, as illustrated by instances where influential tech leaders, such as Elon Musk, have intervened in political affairs, impacting democratic governance. For example, Musk's influence has been linked to political threats regarding U.S. relations with Europe, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in the tech sector. The prevailing concern is that without adequate regulation and safeguards, democracies may continue to be undermined by these corporate interests.
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