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People are fed up and fighting back for the right to own what they buy

People are fed up and fighting back for the right to own what they buy

Louis Rossmann and his nonprofit Fulu are touring the US with the "Own Your Shit" movement, rallying people against digital locks and subscription services that companies use to control devices after purchase. The campaign targets Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, legislation that prevents people from bypassing manufacturer restrictions - even on products they own outright. Speakers highlighted how companies like Amazon, Apple, and Sony are removing features, deleting digital libraries, and charging subscriptions for access to devices people already paid for. So here's the thing - this grassroots energy reflects a real frustration as consumers grow tired of expensive products that they can't repair, control, or even keep long-term. With right-to-repair legislation gaining traction in the EU and growing support worldwide, this movement shows people are finally pushing back against corporate control.
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