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The Inherent Flaws of Knowledge Commodification
The Inherent Flaws of Knowledge Commodification
The Inherent Flaws of Knowledge Commodification
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The Imperative of Free Information: A Vision for the Inevitable Failure of Knowledge
Blockade
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_The_Inherent_Flaws_of_Knowledge_Commodification
Knowledge is not a commodity to be bought and sold; it is a shared resource that enriches
humanity. Attempts to commodify knowledge inherently fail to recognize its essential
nature as a public good. In a world where information is increasingly digitized and
accessible, the artificial creation of barriers to access is not only impractical but also
counterproductive.
The flaws in knowledge commodification become apparent when considering the vast
potential for collaboration and progress that arises from freely shared information.
Innovation is stifled, and societal growth is hindered when knowledge is treated as a
product rather than a shared asset. The future belongs to a vision that upholds the
intrinsic value of knowledge as a public good accessible to all.