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Explore how digital real estate platforms like Immoscout24 have transformed housing searches into monopolistic "walled gardens" that profit from Germany's housing crisis in this 39-minute conference talk from 39C3. Examine the technical systems these platforms use to generate monopoly profits, drive up rents, and create a landlord paradise that frustrates tenants. Learn about Scout24's rise to DAX status alongside companies like BMW and SAP, demonstrating the profitability of controlling essential infrastructure. Discover how platform socialization could create tools that help those with limited resources in the housing market, constrain landlords, and establish market transparency for everyone rather than just property owners. Gain insights into the intersection of technology, housing policy, and social justice through this critical analysis of digital platforms' role in essential services.
