Cory Doctorow is a British-Canadian author, journalist, and technology activist, widely recognised for his contributions to science fiction and his advocacy for digital rights and open access. Background and Career Born in 1971 in Toronto, Canada, Doctorow is an influential voice in discussions about technology, copyright, and societal [[Change]]. He has written numerous science fiction novels, including Little Brother (2008), Makers (2009), and Walkaway (2017), often focusing on themes of technology, surveillance, and resistance to authority. Doctorow is also a prolific journalist and essayist, frequently writing about the intersection of technology and [[Society]]. He has contributed to publications such as The Guardian, Wired, and Locus. He is a co-editor of the influential blog Boing Boing, where he has published critical commentary on digital policy and [[Culture]]. Intellectual Contribution to Activism Doctorow’s [[Activism]] is rooted in his commitment to digital freedom, open access, and equitable technology. He has been a vocal critic of restrictive copyright laws and Digital Rights Management (DRM), which he argues stifles [[Creativity]] and innovation. Key contributions include: 1. Open Access and Copyright Reform • Doctorow is a strong advocate for Creative Commons licensing, using it for most of his works to encourage sharing and remixing. • He critiques corporate [[Monopolies]] in technology and their impact on access to knowledge and innovation, as seen in his book Information Doesn’t Want to Be Free (2014). 2. Surveillance and Privacy • Doctorow highlights the dangers of mass surveillance and the erosion of privacy in both fiction (Little Brother) and non-fiction. His work often explores how individuals can resist and adapt to surveillance [[Capitalism]]. 3. Technological Dystopias and Resistance • In both his fiction and activism, Doctorow examines the social consequences of unchecked corporate and governmental power in the digital age. He champions decentralisation, encryption, and open standards as tools for resistance. 4. Advocacy Organisations • He has worked with organisations such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), serving as a former European Affairs Coordinator. His efforts with EFF and beyond focus on combating digital censorship and promoting net neutrality. Doctorow’s combination of imaginative [[storytelling]] and incisive critique makes him a significant figure in contemporary discussions on the [[ethics]] and [[Politics]] of technology. His work inspires both creative and activist communities to envision and fight for a more open and equitable digital future. `Concepts:` `Knowledge Base:`