Optimism shift

There was a time when big tech was celebrated in the newspapers.
A new device from Apple, a service from Google, or Microsoft’s latest attempt at revitalizing Windows—it all sparked excitement.

Now, skepticism reigns, especially in Europe.
The narrative has shifted. Apple, Elon Musk, Google, Microsoft, Facebook—all are viewed with distrust.

Articles often begin with critical historical sidenotes, then briefly mention the innovation, only to close with concerns about ethics and profit motives.