Everyone on the web will die. What about their data?

The internet is aging, and as early as the 2060s, there may be more dead users than alive on platforms like Facebook. The fate of user data after death is a critical issue for the future of the internet. Currently, there is little preparation for this, and it poses a threat to the economy based on targeted ads. Whoever controls dead-user data will have significant power over access to the past. The author argues that we need to develop a plan for the stewardship of digital remains, considering questions of privacy, accessibility, and purpose. This responsibility should not be left solely to Big Tech, but should be approached as a long-term intergenerational project. The author calls on governments to take action before it's too late. [Extracted from the article]

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