Writing in *#BusinessInsider*, the great #NathanProctor describes how automation lets companies bring about the "death of ownership":

https://www.businessinsider.com/companies-software-legal-tricks-subscriptions-customers-money-pay-death-ownership-2023-5

When your device won't accept the ink you chose, or run the software you prefer, or let you repair it at the depot of your choosing (or even on your own kitchen table), do you really own it?

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Death of ownership: Companies use software, subscriptions to grab money from customers

Companies are using sneaky software, subscription fees, and legal tricks to make you endlessly pay for stuff you already bought.

Insider