Welcome to My View of the World
Thoughts on technology, privacy and finance from a personal perspective.
AboutSignals from the Mind
Your Data, Their Profit
Big tech companies track and exploit your personal data to boost their profits—not your well-being. That’s not an exaggeration—it’s how the system is designed.
Still not clear what that means? Imagine this: a massive company that millions use every day can read your emails, access your personal habits, and use that information to tailor ads that hit you when you're most vulnerable.
Let’s say you just slammed the brakes hard in your car. Moments later, you see an insurance ad pop up on your phone. Coincidence? Not likely. They know you’re shaken—and that’s a perfect time to sell. Your real-life stress becomes a profit opportunity.
Credit Card and Debt Cycle
We are encouraged to use credit cards for convenience. But over time, that ease turns into habit—and soon, a cycle of overspending and debt begins. Even when we pay our bills, the loop continues. There's no doubt technology has improved our lives, but society hasn't done enough to teach people how to use these tools responsibly.