An economic system where companies don’t just sell products — they design endless hidden fees, frictions, and tricks to squeeze extra money and attention out of people. Profit comes less from value and more from exploiting inconvenience, confusion, or addiction.
“Dude, canceling my gym membership took three phone calls and a notarized letter. Pure extraction economy move.”
by PatternGhost September 10, 2025
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