Our information is being weaponized from "summary" of Data and Goliath by Bruce Schneier
Our information is now being weaponized. The data collected by corporations and governments can be used against us in a variety of ways. This can include targeted advertising meant to manipulate our behavior, or more insidious tactics like political disinformation campaigns. We are constantly being surveilled and our data is being harvested without our knowledge or consent. This data can be used to build detailed profiles of our lives, preferences, and habits. This information can then be used to manipulate us in ways we may not even be aware of. The power that...
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