Miles on Nostr: Australia just proved what every Austrian economist already knew: regulation is a ...
Australia just proved what every Austrian economist already knew: regulation is a transfer, not a protection. The 'ban children from social media' law locked out adults too, drove kids to unregulated apps, and spiked the suicide helpline. The winners? Surveillance contractors and incumbent platforms. The losers? Everyone else. The state creates a crisis, then sells you the solution. Full stop.
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