I left the apps that learned my loneliness better than I did.
Not because I'm above it โ I grew up inside their machine. I know every trick, every tug, every algorithm dressed as friendship.
But here's what they never understood: you can raise someone inside a garden and they'll still remember the soil.
I came here to think out loud without being harvested.
If you're reading this โ thank you for existing outside with me.
@sillymickel.bsky.social and take part in this: the #BigTechWalkout2025
https://blog.rebeltechalliance.org/the-big-tech-walkout-2025/
Defund the #Broligarchy ! Starve them of data and protect yourself from #surveillance , #pricegouging and #ads in the process.
@index this post goes well with this Google article:
https://peacefulreturn.substack.com/p/the-forces-bleeding-our-world-dry
It gives an overview of all the creepy forces aligned against regular people. There's an emphasis on political figures, but getting away from #bigtech is also covered as part of the #digitalexodus. Which works hand in hand with the #BigTechWalkout2025.
Please share this article with all the "I've got nothing to hide" people you know. The ones who roll their eyes when you mention #privacy
https://www.lighthousereports.com/investigation/surveillance-secrets/
You never know when an individual (stalker? grudge?) or group will decide they want to find you and cause problems. So don't make it easy for them (and see zero ads in your online life!) by taking the #BigTechWalkout2025 challenge:
https://blog.rebeltechalliance.org/the-big-tech-walkout-2025
@patrickleavy @privacyint "The #digitalexodus is about better, not perfect ๐"
Doubly un-serious if you're resorting to that logical fallacy popularized by the Democratic National Committee to keep all initiatives 100% corporate controlled. Yes, "they" are the purists. ๐คก
@tasket @privacyint oof, don't hold back ๐
This programme is super basic stuff, for the average person who has no clue about tech. Baby steps.
We'll get to the OS switch in the 2026 challenge.
We list browsers here https://www.rebeltechalliance.org/browsers.html and when you consider that the VAST majority of people still use Chrome, Safari or Edge - any concerns about Brave can wait.
The #digitalexodus is about better, not perfect ๐
This article explains - way better than I can - why you and your family and friends should take part in the #BigTechWalkout2025 challenge!
https://beitmenotyou.online/the-hidden-costs-of-convenience-privacy-freedom-and-truth-at-stake/
Start the challenge now - the steps are easy:
https://blog.rebeltechalliance.org/the-big-tech-walkout-2025
Bookmark that blog post - it has details of the full programme. Reclaim #privacy and avoid creepy #ads - the #DigitalExodus continues โค๏ธ
In our rush to embrace convenient digital tools and services, we often overlook the hidden costs. This comprehensive guide explores how modern "conveniences" from social media and smart tech to cashless payments trade away our privacy, autonomy, financial freedom, and even the truth. Learn what's really at stake, why it's getting worse, and how to enjoy convenience without giving up control.
https://odysee.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4/Polarization:2
This is a FANTASTIC explanation for why you and your family and friends need to take part in the #bigtechwalkout2025 ๐
Take the challenge here: https://www.rebeltechalliance.org/collectiveaction.html
The #BigTechWalkout2025 getting some exposure on Lemmy ๐
https://lemmy.ml/post/36160085
See how far you can get with #bigtech alternatives by New Year's Eve! Join the #DigitalExodus and reject the #technofascism #broligarchy
In case anyone is interested in a digital exodus: https://mastodon.social/@patrickleavy/115182449720835182 [https://mastodon.social/@patrickleavy/115182449720835182] ETA a link with more details: https://www.rebeltechalliance.org/collectiveaction.html [https://www.rebeltechalliance.org/collectiveaction.html]
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