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by autoexec 664 days ago
It really might in some ways, but it's risky. Nobody is using the data they collect on us to help us. They use it against us to help themselves. You could limit the harm caused by one system, but expose yourself to new harms by another. It's also a safe bet that faced with conflicting data, companies and their algorithms will favor whatever information they think would make them the most money. It's still worth considering though, especially if you can get privileged information on how a specific system is using people's data.