After technocolonialism

Mirca Madianou

doi:10.1177/29768640261464262

June 30, 2026Dialogues on Digital SocietyOpen Access

After technocolonialism

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This essay explores the implications of technocolonialism and advocates for envisioning a future devoid of its influence.
Analysis of book reviews on technocolonialism.
Discussion of four main themes: relevance beyond humanitarianism, capitalism's role, activism and resistance, and alternative futures.
Thematic engagement with current literature on technology and society.
Identifies key themes surrounding technocolonialism and its effects on society.
Stresses the importance of imagining futures that reject technocolonialism.
Highlights the interconnectedness of capitalism, resistance, and activism.

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Essay engages with technocolonialism's impact, capitalism, resistance, and future alternatives, highlighting urgency.

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This essay engages with the book reviews of Technocolonialism: when technology for good is harmful and centres on four themes: the relevance of technocolonialism beyond humanitarian settings, the role of capitalism, the relationship between resistance and activism, and the imagination of alternative futures. Naming the essay After Technocolonialism underlines the urgent need to imagine and realise a future without technocolonialism.

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