[cmahler7]

I don't think it has. Tech has allowed for massive consolidation not possible in the past, in almost every industry.

Media is now controlled by a handful of global corporations rather than independent outlets

Tech is the same, Amazon will soon control everything from ocean freight to last mile delivery. Google and Facebook have similar reach as well as the ability to influence billions.

If something isn't done I think we're going to see Weylan-Yutani level super-corporations that are effectively more powerful than governments.