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Containing Big Tech
Sep 24, 2023
Tom Kemp, a cybersecurity expert and author of "Containing Big Tech," dives deep into the murky waters of biometric data collection and the implications it holds for personal privacy. He evaluates which tech giants are doing right—and wrong—when it comes to privacy practices. The conversation touches on angel investing in cybersecurity and highlights critical vulnerabilities in current systems, stressing the urgent need for robust regulations. Kemp envisions a future where privacy is prioritized and advocates for transformative changes in how tech handles our data.
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- The book 'Containing Big Tech' explores the consequences of digital surveillance and offers solutions to protect civil rights, the economy, and democracy.
- The ongoing antitrust lawsuits against Google highlight the need to break up their power in search and ad tech to foster competition.
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Privacy Concerns and the Need for Limits on Data Collection
People are increasingly concerned about the invasion of privacy by big tech companies and the over-collection of their data. The speaker argues that there is no need for apps to leak precise geolocation data for conducting commerce in the US. The book 'Containing Big Tech' aims to expose the consequences of digital surveillance, the use of AI, and the dominance of big tech companies, while also providing solutions to preserve civil rights, promote a healthy economy, and protect democracy.
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