/explore

Click through on any links that interest you or select the planets on the right to continue exploring the Outer Web.
You are here

tribunemag.co.uk
| | newamerica.org

A look at decentralized online platforms that offer familiar online experiences without relying on a harmful business model.
3.4 parsecs

Travel
| |
| | alexgaynor.net

[AI summary] The article explores the complex relationship between tech workers and monopolies, arguing that while monopolies may reduce labor monopsony risks and allow for higher salaries, they also pose challenges to competition and innovation, urging tech workers to remain mindful of the importance of antitrust laws despite potential personal benefits.
3.2 parsecs

Travel
| |
| | stratechery.com

A review of the potential antitrust cases against Google, Apple, Facebook, and Amazon suggests that only Google is vulnerable.
1.8 parsecs

Travel
| |
| | ecipe.org

[AI summary] The article discusses the importance of the EU's ICT sector, highlighting its strengths in research and development (R&D), innovation, and global competitiveness. It emphasizes the sector's role in driving technological progress and its potential to generate significant economic benefits through royalties and licensing. The article also points out the challenges the EU faces, such as lagging behind the US and China in 5G infrastructure and the need for increased investment in 5G rollout. It criticizes the EU's current policies, including the Standardisation Strategy and changes to SEPs, which may politicize the standard-making process and hinder the global appeal of European technical standards. The article calls for a more market-driven approac...
30.1 parsecs

Travel
|