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I think it is just part of the commercialization of the web, the same dynamics that happens everywhere where a firm with a good product/brand change it to incre
by noiwillnot 5y ago
I think it is just part of the commercialization of the web, the same dynamics that happens everywhere where a firm with a good product/brand change it to increase cash flows or some other KPI. Though much more clear in consumer market, but also happen to rich, influential companies (think about the clients of Oracle).
- aloisdg 5y agoAgreed. Capitalism is fueled by greed.
- factorialboy 5y agoIt's human behavior. Unfortunately. What could we replace capitalism with? Won't underlying human behavior remain the same?
- aloisdg 5y agoHuman behavior tends to mutual aid if its doesnt have to live paycheck to paycheck. Something with less inquality. Something more cooperative perhaps?
- sigmaprimus 5y agoThis is very true, it reminds me of when Chip Wilson said LuLuLemon yoga pants are not meant for fat girls! https://dietsinreview.com/diet_column/11/no-fat-girls-allowed-at-lululemon-athletica/ https://dietsinreview.com/diet_column/11/no-fat-girls-allowe...
- leadingthenet 5y agoPlease explain why you think a company should provide goods for people outside their target market? Is market segmentation frowned upon these days?
- sigmaprimus 5y agougg, unfortunately you are right I guess. I don't think a company should be forced to provide service or goods to anyone and has the right to refuse. I do however think they should also accept the social and economic consequences to come from making these decisions. Including as a consequence, the making people aware of the decisions and statements they make that result in the exclusion of a particular demographic. I am trying to be more positive and feel it is important to remember every comment on a forum is also not an invitation to an argument.