CAPITAL & CLASS, cilt.49, sa.1, ss.162-165, 2025 (SSCI)
The rhythm of the world’s phenomena is accelerating. The pace and intensity of technological change, evident in the creation of surplus value, the organization of work, and the formation of social interactions, serve as harbingers of the new century. The transformative nature of technology is particularly apparent in the emergence of technology-enabled digital platforms as novel avenues for value creation. For instance, Facebook’s commodification of user-generated content exemplifies the integration of cultural production into the sphere of exploitation. By a similar token, a usual working day in an Amazon warehouse offers a snapshot of the changing nature of work. Today, autonomous robots wander through the floor, with the help of the linings and stripes on the ground, and are taking a large part in lifting and transporting the carts. Furthermore, advancements in communication technologies have facilitated interactions across vast geographical distances, drawing individuals further into the gravitational pull of the globalization narrative