The Age of Surveillance Capitalism. Book Summary

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Shoshana Zuboff

What’s inside

Shoshana Zuboff’s ‘The Age of Surveillance Capitalism’ explores the challenges posed by the commodification of personal data by tech companies and the impacts on society.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the economic implications of data privacy
  • Insights into the power dynamics of tech giants
  • Awareness of societal changes due to surveillance capitalism
  • Guidance on protecting personal data sovereignty

Key Points

  • The Emergence of Surveillance Capitalism
  • Personal Data as Commodity
  • Tech Giants’ Power and Influence
  • Democracy and Individual Autonomy at Risk
  • The Concept of Instrumentarian Power
  • Strategies for Reclaiming Data Sovereignty
  • Creating a Human-Centered Digital Future

Who’s it For

  • Technology Enthusiasts
  • Privacy Advocates
  • Sociologists
  • Economists
  • Policy Makers

About the author

Shoshana Zuboff is a Harvard Business School professor emerita and a thought leader on the intersection of technology, economics, and society.