Why Privacy Activists Are Wrong About the Global Mind

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Channel: FORA.tv · 2012 · Science & Technology

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Complete video available at: http://fora.tv/2012/09/05/Tim_OReilly_Birth_of_the_Global_Mind

Tim O'Reilly, founder of O'Reilly Media, discusses what he sees as the problem with online privacy activists and their attempt to close down the global mind.  He argues that the future of the Internet lies in sharing and openness, and that too much privacy will limit its potential.

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