Cloud Empires

Author : Vili Lehdonvirta
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2024-02-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780262548380

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Cloud Empires by Vili Lehdonvirta Pdf

The rise of the platform economy into statelike dominance over the lives of entrepreneurs, users, and workers. The early Internet was a lawless place, populated by scam artists who made buying or selling anything online risky business. Then Amazon, eBay, Upwork, and Apple established secure digital platforms for selling physical goods, crowdsourcing labor, and downloading apps. These tech giants have gone on to rule the Internet like autocrats. How did this happen? How did users and workers become the hapless subjects of online economic empires? The Internet was supposed to liberate us from powerful institutions. In Cloud Empires, digital economy expert Vili Lehdonvirta explores the rise of the platform economy into statelike dominance over our lives and proposes a new way forward. Digital platforms create new marketplaces and prosperity on the Internet, Lehdonvirta explains, but they are ruled by Silicon Valley despots with little or no accountability. Neither workers nor users can “vote with their feet” and find another platform because in most cases there isn’t one. And yet using antitrust law and decentralization to rein in the big tech companies has proven difficult. Lehdonvirta tells the stories of pioneers who helped create—or resist—the new social order established by digital platform companies. The protagonists include the usual suspects—Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Travis Kalanick of Uber, and Bitcoin’s inventor Satoshi Nakamoto—as well as Kristy Milland, labor organizer of Amazon’s Mechanical Turk, and GoFundMe, a crowdfunding platform that has emerged as an ersatz stand-in for the welfare state. Only if we understand digital platforms for what they are—institutions as powerful as the state—can we begin the work of democratizing them.

Author : Espen Aarseth,Stephan Günzel
Publisher : transcript Verlag
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783839447307

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Ludotopia by Espen Aarseth,Stephan Günzel Pdf

Where do computer games »happen«? The articles collected in this pioneering volume explore the categories of »space«, »place« and »territory« featuring in most general theories of space to lay the groundwork for the study of spatiality in games. Shifting the focus away from earlier debates on, e.g., the narrative nature of games, this collection proposes, instead, that thorough attention be given to the tension between experienced spaces and narrated places as well as to the mapping of both of these.

Author : You Jingtang
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781647963620

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Blood Spirit World by You Jingtang Pdf

This was a continent filled with mysticality, this was a continent that made people's souls tremble, in this place, strength was revered, with powerful strength, you could command the heavens, and those who did not have power, could only be reduced to ants, to be trampled on by others, he, was originally a man with extraordinary talent, yet he lost all his cultivation for no reason, he, was originally a gifted genius, yet he almost lost his life because of offending a villain, he, was humiliated, he, coincidentally obtained the ultimate Cultivation Methods, can't rule over this continent, couldn't he? Whether or not he will be able to reach the summit of the road and command the firmament will all be in the Blood Soul Continent. Carrying your curiosity, follow me into this mysterious continent to explore this exciting story.

Author : William Bonner,Addison Wiggin,Agora
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780470483268

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The New Empire of Debt by William Bonner,Addison Wiggin,Agora Pdf

An updated look at the United States' precarious position given the recent financial turmoil In The New Empire of Debt, financial writers Bill Bonner and Addison Wiggin return to reveal how the financial crisis that has plagued the United States will soon bring an end to this once great empire. Throughout the book, the authors offer an updated look at the United States' precarious position given the recent financial turmoil, and discuss how government control of the economy and financial system-combined with unfettered deficit spending and gluttonous consumption-has ravaged the business environment, devastated consumer confidence, and pushed the global economy to the brink. Along the way, Bonner and Wiggin cast a wide angle lens that looks back in history and ahead to the coming century: showing how dramatic changes in the economic power of the United States will inevitably impact every American. Reveals the financial realities the United States currently faces and what the ultimate outcome may be Weaves together the worlds of politics, economics, and personal finance in a way that underscores the severity of the situation Addresses the events leading up to the implosion of the U.S. financial system Looks ahead to help you avoid the pitfalls presented by a weaker United States Other titles by Bonner: Empire of Debt, Financial Reckoning Day, and Mobs, Messiahs, and Markets Other titles by Wiggin: I.O.U.S.A., Demise of the Dollar, and Financial Reckoning Day The United States is heading down a difficult path. The New Empire of Debt clearly shows how this has happened and discusses what you can do to overcome the financial challenges that will arise as the situation deteriorates.

Author : Ignacio Cofone
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2023-11-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781009002547

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The Privacy Fallacy by Ignacio Cofone Pdf

Our privacy is besieged by tech companies. Companies can do this because our laws are built on outdated ideas that trap lawmakers, regulators, and courts into wrong assumptions about privacy, resulting in ineffective legal remedies to one of the most pressing concerns of our generation. Drawing on behavioral science, sociology, and economics, Ignacio Cofone challenges existing laws and reform proposals and dispels enduring misconceptions about data-driven interactions. This exploration offers readers a holistic view of why current laws and regulations fail to protect us against corporate digital harms, particularly those created by AI. Cofone then proposes a better response: meaningful accountability for the consequences of corporate data practices, which ultimately entails creating a new type of liability that recognizes the value of privacy.

Author : Wang QingFeng
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 784 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781649203977

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Supreme of Seven Realms by Wang QingFeng Pdf

After fourteen years of bullying, his strong will was forged. Fourteen years later, he would regain his Martial Veins and obtain the Heavenly Treasures, the Heavenly Jade Pendant. From then on, he would rise to greatness. For the sake of his parents, for the sake of the truth, for the sake of his beauties, he had ignited his will to climb to the peak. He had engaged in a fierce struggle with the Heaven's Pride of the Seven Realms, leaving behind one legend after another!

Author : Eggplant FromGod'srealm
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 802 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781647623555

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Asura Martial System by Eggplant FromGod'srealm Pdf

HE ACCIDENTALLY ACQUIRED A MAGICAL SYSTEM,AND HE SOON ACHIEVED TO THE PEAK. Because of his extremely low talent, Zhao Xin was bullied from an early age. On this day, he was beaten by others and fainted. After waking up, he found that he had accidentally bound the asura martial system. With this system, the progress of his martial art practice had become fast. With this system, Zhao Xin's talent and his body as well as his martial arts are the strongest in the world. Since then, those who have bullied him obediently become his admirers. While powerful brings glory to people, it often leads to more dangers. Facing those who are jealous of him and want to defeat him, what would he do to solve them? ☆About the Author☆ Shen Jie Lai De Qie Zi, an online novelist, and his novel Asura Martial System has won many readers' love for its ups and downs storyline and distinctive character.

Author : Chiara Certomà,Fabio Iapaolo,Federico Martellozzo
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2024-08-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781040107614

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Digital Technologies for Sustainable Futures by Chiara Certomà,Fabio Iapaolo,Federico Martellozzo Pdf

This book critically examines the interplay between digitalization and sustainability. Amid escalating environmental crises, some of which are now irreversible, there is a noticeable commitment within both international and domestic policy agendas to employ digital technologies in pursuit of sustainability goals. This collection gathers a multitude of voices interrogating the premise that increased digitalization automatically contributes to greater sustainability. By exploring the planetary links underpinning the global digital economy, the book exposes the extractive logics ingrained within digital capitalism and introduces alternatives like digital degrowth and the circular economy as viable, sustainable paths for the digital era. Through a combination of theoretical reflections and detailed contextual analyses from Italy, New Zealand, and the UK—including initiatives in participatory planning and technology co-design—it articulates the dual role of digital technology: its potential to support socio-economic and environmental sustainability, while also generating conflicts and impasses that undermine these very objectives. Offering fresh insights into power disparities, exclusionary tactics, and systemic injustices that digital solutionism fails to address, this volume also serves as a reminder that sustainability extends beyond climate-related issues, underscoring the inseparability of environmental discourse from wider social justice considerations. Aimed at a diverse readership, this volume will prove valuable for students, researchers, and practitioners across various fields, including Geography, Urban Studies, Sustainability Studies, Environmental Media Studies, Critical AI Studies, Innovation Studies, and the Digital Humanities.

Author : Yi JianTianYa
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 981 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781649207616

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Chaotic Conceited God by Yi JianTianYa Pdf

The blood sword killing Ling Yun angrily, just for the sake of the undefeatable youth! Mingyu, the king of an electric race, had returned home after being surprised by his mother's death. He was overcome by grief and indignation, but by chance, he found himself in the hands of a good-for-nothing prince who had lived in the Cold Palace with his mufei for many years ... In the face of the bullying of the crowd and the marriage annulment with love, the past king of the martial way had risen once more. He had comprehended the divine path of yin and yang and seized the strongest source of power ... 

Author : Chen Defa
Publisher : Sellene Chardou
Page : 2623 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781304419835

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Bone God by Chen Defa Pdf

ChuHao eyes staring at the animal bones, breathing gently, as if afraid to disturb something. If you look closely, you will find that his right arm has not moved at all from beginning to end, but only his wrist and five fingers. His left wrist is as flexible as a snake, soft as a bone, with five fingers flying, leading five elegant arcs on the skull and constantly converging between the eyebrows of the skull.

Author : Ge Zidaocao
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781647878580

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Yang Fan's Way to God by Ge Zidaocao Pdf

"I thought it was hopeless to cultivate, but who would've thought that I would actually be able to obtain the heaven-defying Cultivation Methods, Dark Yellow Art?!" Yang Fan had said that even if they met each other, they wouldn't be able to resist the good fortune!I want to become powerful! I want to rebel against the heavens and the earth! I want to show off my skills! I want to make all sorts of girls!After I counterattack —Benefactor, I will repay a million times.Enemies, I will retaliate billions of times.Remember, don't say that I'm cruel, cruel, and inhumane."For I was a god, not a man."

Author : University magazine
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 814 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1876
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:555020952

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The Dublin university magazine by University magazine Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 826 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1876
Category : Ireland
ISBN : UCAL:B3007857

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The Dublin University Magazine by Anonim Pdf

Author : Thomas Caulfield Irwin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1883
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105006076652

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Versicles by Thomas Caulfield Irwin Pdf

Author : Thomas Caulfield Irwin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1881
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCD:31175035227928

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Sonnets on the Poetry and Problems of Life by Thomas Caulfield Irwin Pdf