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> Software, specifically monetizing it, has been a major focus for automakers, including GM, as it eyes recurring revenue opportunities such as subscriptions to
by taylodl 2y ago
> Software, specifically monetizing it, has been a major focus for automakers, including GM, as it eyes recurring revenue opportunities such as subscriptions to boost profits.
I, for one, am sick and tired of this business model. I have no desire to rent things for the rest of my life - and I won't.
I suppose the good news is this obnoxious rent-seeking is one of the symptoms of late-stage capitalism.
- bankcust08385 2y agoThe thing is engineers must band together to independently replace the structures of corporations with employee-owned co-ops and join unions. Without sharing the profits and stable governance, arbitrary layoffs and ill treatment will continue unabated. They can do the same or similar work functions as before, but as a separate company that cares about long-term sustainability and stability.