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Big Tech's AI Surge Sparks Democracy Concerns, Calls for Action

10/15/2025

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Critics say Big Tech's influence raises democracy and accountability concerns as new AI applications, such as OpenAI's Sora and Meta's chatbot ads, roll out.
This trend shows little regard for societal impact and fuels a "techno-fascist" environment.
Advocates urge mindful AI use and collective resistance to counter these developments.
Taiwan exemplifies alternative approaches, involving citizens in decision-making to align technology with public good.

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Critics say Big Tech's influence raises democracy and accountability concerns as new AI applications, such as OpenAI's Sora and Meta's chatbot ads, roll out.
This trend shows little regard for societal impact and fuels a "techno-fascist" environment.
Advocates urge mindful AI use and collective resistance to counter these developments.
Taiwan exemplifies alternative approaches, involving citizens in decision-making to align technology with public good.