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> Business models are arbitrary and orthogonal to services provided. that doesn't change the fact that the business model depends on that orthogonal action. Is
by zerostar07 8y ago
> Business models are arbitrary and orthogonal to services provided.
that doesn't change the fact that the business model depends on that orthogonal action. Is it unlawful for gyms to charge by subscription instead of per-use knowing that most people don't use them? Should the NYTimes be forced to go pay-per article instead of subscription? Should nightclubs not be allowed to overcharge the bottle?
> GDPR literally only outlaws being a huge asshole (in context of users' data).
It goes beyond that, by forcing you to serve people that don't agree to your business model.
- TeMPOraL 8y ago> Is it unlawful for gyms to charge by subscription instead of per-use based on the model that most people don't use them? Should the NYTimes be forced to go pay-per article instead of subscription? It isn't, and it shouldn't. Either can choose whatever works for them best. GDPR only outlaws a few particular antisocial behaviours, which makes a particular class of business models illegal or much less profitable. The "but business model!" whining sounds a bit like complaining that you can't make money mugging people, because the government disallows theft and assault. Cry me a river.
- hsod 8y agoI think it's more like if you made an iPhone game and sold it for 99 cents and the government came along and told you you had to give it away for free to people who didn't want to pay.
- SahAssar 8y agoThey can charge any subscription or per use fee that they want, but not if the payment is personal data not necessary for the service.