The State vs Big Tech - A Crucial Contest
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Some people think “Big Tech” is a threat to democracy. They may well be right. Big Tech operates across borders with little concern for national interests, and their platforms are used to shape opinion towards often anti-democratic outcomes. They are also a haven for haters. On top of that, they pay little tax anywhere. For these reasons and more, there is concern that the Big Tech barons wield too much power and are unaccountable. These people typically favour a libertarian world with few if any rules constraining their actions, to the detriment of the people at large.
In this course, we’ll
They key question is: Can and should governments put strong constraints on Big tech and how could they do it?
Moderator: John Simke
Date and Time: March 17 to 31 (3 weeks), Friday's 2-4 PM
Location: Online
Cost: $18
Enrolment: See Terms and enrol below
- So what have governments been doing to check this power? So far not much, other than perhaps in the EU.
- However, governments are starting to make noises about taking action.
- Is it as serious as some claim or is it overblown?
In this course, we’ll
- explore how Big Tech is affecting you and me.
- look at actions governments are taking to rein them in and what they could be doing.
They key question is: Can and should governments put strong constraints on Big tech and how could they do it?
Moderator: John Simke
Date and Time: March 17 to 31 (3 weeks), Friday's 2-4 PM
Location: Online
Cost: $18
Enrolment: See Terms and enrol below