Surveillance is impacting our lives from "summary" of Data and Goliath by Bruce Schneier
Surveillance has become an omnipresent force in our lives, shaping our behavior and influencing our decisions in ways we may not even realize. From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to bed, we are being watched, tracked, and analyzed by corporations and governments alike. This constant surveillance has created a chilling effect, causing us to self-censor and modify our actions to conform to societal norms and expectations. The data collected through surveillance is often used to manipulate and control us, whether it be through targeted advertising or government surveillance programs. Our personal information is bought and sold without our consent, creating a market for our most intimate details. This commodification of data has turned us into products to be bought and sold, rather than individuals with rights and autonomy. The impact of surveillance extends beyond our digital lives, seeping into our physical spaces as well. Cameras on street corners, in stores, and on public transportation track our movements, creatin...
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