As critical thinkers, it is essential to remain vigilant and question the growing influence of a select few people and giant corporations in our society.

This article aims to shed light on the potential dangers of introducing a social credit score system, a digital identity that tracks everything you do online, and a cashless society.

These emerging trends have the potential to reshape our lives in ways that can erode our privacy, autonomy, and freedom.

The Social Credit Score System

The concept of a social credit score system has gained traction in recent years, particularly with China's implementation of such a system. In essence, it assigns a numerical value to each citizen based on their behaviour, both online and offline, impacting their access to services, jobs, and even relationships (1).

The dangers of a social credit score system lie in the potential for misuse and abuse. It can lead to discrimination against individuals with low scores, creating a society where people are constantly monitored and judged by an opaque algorithm.

This can also result in a chilling effect on free speech, as individuals may fear expressing their opinions due to the potential impact on their social credit score (2).

Digital Identity

A digital identity that tracks everything you do online is another cause for concern.

While proponents argue that such systems can improve security and efficiency, they also come with significant risks to privacy and personal freedom. Once all of a person's online activities are tied to a single digital identity, it becomes much easier for governments or corporations to monitor and control them.