2 chapters across the catalog
A report describes the "army of millions" in the Global South performing manual data annotation for AI companies, labeling images for autonomous vehicles. Adam Curry pushes back against the "sweatshop" narrative, citing his experience with the Sphinx app and Lightning payments. He explains how workers in the Philippines were able to earn micro-payments for these tasks to buy essential goods.
Haiti Sweatshops, Imperialism, Casino Tax Havens
A debate ensues over whether a total U.S. takeover of Haiti would benefit the indigenous population by replacing corrupt local governance with managed "official" sweatshops and resorts. The hosts suggest Haiti could serve as a closer tax haven and casino hub than Paraguay. This imperialistic approach is framed as a potential "miracle" for the country's infrastructure over the next 20 years.
