"the Age of Extraction"–an Urgent, Pessimistic Take on the Dominance of Big Tech
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The article 'The Age of Extraction' presents a pessimistic view on the dominance of big tech, sparking discussion on the implications of their power; despite a low comment count, the score suggests some community engagement.
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