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“Social media is sentient neoliberalism”: Symeon Brown on the exploitative influencer economy
In his debut book, Brown exposes the dark side of influencing, tracking gruesome body horror stories and underpaid garment workers…
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Will TikTok’s new ten-minute videos alienate its user base?
If implemented strategically, this shift may be good news for the fastest-growing platform in the world.
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Why Facebook’s future depends on Nick Clegg
The former politician’s promotion at Meta signals that the tech giant now depends on astute political engagement for its survival.
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New York Times is peddling its own alternative facts over JK Rowling
The supposed bastion of liberalism abandons its integrity in asking readers to imagine Harry Potter without its creator.
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Why I hate Spotify Wrapped
We know Spotify exploits artists. We shouldn’t let it exploit music fans too.
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When the internet goes dark
How states are weaponising digital shutdowns to stifle dissent
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How environmentally damaging is music streaming?
Streaming has a lower carbon footprint than any physical format, but the huge growth in our music consumption more than…
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