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The power dynamics at play in the digital afterlife industry from "summary" of You Will Never Be Forgotten by Mary South
The digital afterlife industry is a complex web of power dynamics, where companies hold significant control over the memories and legacies of individuals. These companies have the power to determine how a person is remembered in the digital realm, shaping their online presence long after they have passed away. This control extends to the manipulation of data, the creation of artificial intelligence algorithms, and the management of personal information. One of the key power dynamics at play in this industry is the ability of companies to profit from the grief and nostalgia of individuals seeking to preserve the memories of their loved ones. By offering services that promise to keep a person's digital presence alive forever, these companies capitalize on people's fear of being forgotten and their desire for immortality in the digital world. This creates a power imbalance, where individuals are at the mercy of these companies to preserve their legacies. Moreo...
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