Data Cartels: The Companies That Control and Monopolize Our Information

Data Cartels: The Companies that Control and Monopolize Our Information by Sarah Lamdan. The digital world is dominated by companies that control and manipulate vast amounts of information. These entities, often operating under the radar, use intimidation and aggression to maintain their power and influence. In "Data Cartels", Sarah Lamdan exposes the unregulated underworld of these data-driven corporations, revealing how they perpetuate social inequalities and threaten the democratic sharing of knowledge. These companies supply the digital lifeblood that flows through the internet, but their control also prevents the free flow of information to places where it is needed. They sell personal data to law enforcement and other government agencies, and use it to make decisions about individuals' eligibility for social services and insurance. The impact of these practices is alarming, with digital racism and targeted marginalization being amplified by outdated information and privacy laws. The companies at the center of this book are not household names, but their influence is felt across various sectors, from scientific research and financial data to law enforcement and healthcare systems.