Disenshittify or Die - How Hackers Can Seize the Means of Computation

Explore a thought-provoking DEF CON conference talk that delves into the transformation of the internet from its original promise to its current state of "enshittification." Learn how the removal of competitive constraints, regulatory oversight, interoperability, and tech worker autonomy has led to the degradation of online experiences. Discover why this transformation wasn't inevitable and understand the critical role hackers and tech professionals can play in reclaiming and rebuilding a better internet. Gain insights into how corporate decision-making has impacted the internet's evolution and examine the potential pathways toward creating a necessary and improved digital future.