Challenges of Accessing Public Data

Accessing public data is becoming increasingly challenging as many websites implement tactics to block data collection, scraping, and crawling. Public data is defined as information available on a webpage without sign-ups or paywalls, yet this has historically been difficult to access due to various restrictions. The current scenario reflects a growing trend among companies to limit the visibility of their online information to maintain competitive advantages. This trend raises questions about the fairness of blocking access to data that is technically public, which can hinder transparency and competition in various industries.