The Information Trade
How Big Tech Conquers Countries, Challenges Our Rights, and Transforms Our World
by:
Alexis Wichowski
Summary:
The book examines the influence of major technology companies on global politics and individual rights, exploring how these corporations have amassed power that rivals that of nation-states. It delves into the implications of this shift for democracy, privacy, and the future of governance in a world increasingly dominated by the digital landscape.
Key points:
1. Net States: Wichowski discusses "net states," tech companies like Google and Facebook with global influence similar to countries. They affect information, economics, and politics, challenging national sovereignty and prompting questions about digital governance.
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