I think we've already lost the war...

On Privacy, that is.

Talking to the 'average Joe', they all think I'm insane for my anti-app, anti-loyalty/reward program, anti-"account for everything" stance.

Corporations know all they have to do is give you a 1-2% 'discount' and most people will willingly sign away their rights. It's depressing.

PS: Not only that, I swear I have seen a massive uptick in opt-out dark pattern BS. Buy something at a store and suddenly I'm auto-enrolled in a rewards program or newsletter because …

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