How Big Tech Broke the Internet for Profit: The Hidden Playbook

Explore how tech giants turned from user-first to profit-first, using dark patterns, hidden fees, and frustrating tiers to maximize revenue.

What if the apps and services you rely on every day like Uber, Amazon, and Netflix were quietly being redesigned to make your experience worse, all in the name of profit? Why is it that the platforms that once made our lives incredibly convenient now seem riddled with obstacles and fees?

Let’s dive into why the internet, dominated by tech giants, feels like it's breaking and how the shift from "user-first" to "profit-first" is turning our favorite apps into our biggest frustrations.