Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover is about controlling attention
Musk’s unique ability to move markets relies on him remaining the world’s most recognisable businessperson.
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Why did YouTube delete Novara Media’s channel?
The left-wing media outlet had its popular channel taken down for two hours without explanation.
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What the “Bad Art Friend” story teaches us about privacy
The internet encourages women to mine their lives for content – but at what cost?
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Would ending online anonymity reduce abuse against MPs?
In the aftermath of the killing of David Amess MP, the government has reverted back to its favourite brand of…
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The internet was built for connection – how did it go so wrong?
The World Wide Web celebrates its 30th birthday this year. Its users are less empowered than ever.
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How 9/11 internet culture created a blueprint for modern conspiracy theories
The 11 September attacks coincided with the rise of the internet. A new strain of online paranoia was born.
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Why we have to change the way we talk about incels
Mocking angry young men may feel cathartic, but it won’t stop radicalisation.
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Davos man’s vision of a post-Covid-19 world makes my skin crawl
A video by the World Economic Forum promotes a sterile, digitally-driven society that sacrifices the joys of being human.
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