“The story of Digitalism explains the future as a struggle for data among companies and (certain) governments trying to collect as much data as possible and citizens trying to protect their data and privacy. Digitalism envisions a world where data is the most important resource in society. It thrives on capitalism and depending on the role of the government either enables mass surveillance (whether state or company surveillance) or aims to empower its citizens. Regardless of the direction, it enables a winner takes all mentality resulting in increased inequality. Those citizens that cannot keep up will lose out.”
The Rise of Digitalism: Will the Coronavirus Trigger the End of Liberalism? by Dr Mark van Rijmenam