Matthew L. Jones

Matthew L. Jones, a historian of science and technology and co-author of "How Data Happened," delves into the long history of data from the 18th century to today. He discusses how the fascination with measurement has evolved and why advertising became intertwined with the internet. Jones critically examines surveillance capitalism and the ethical dilemmas behind data collection without consent, urging for innovative regulations and a collective push for democratic control over personal data. It's a thought-provoking exploration of the power dynamics that shape our digital reality.