Updated Jan 21, 2021 | 11:37 IST It is our data that creates the billions of dollars of revenue for the tech giants and trillions of dollars of market cap. So, we should get paid in the equity of the company, argue K Ganesh & Srini Rai. Representational Image | Photo Credit: BCCL WhatsApp privacy policy update has stirred up controversy over the past few days. The fact that WhatsApp isn't giving users a chance to decline has triggered more backlash against its parent company Facebook. In this scenario, users are exploring other messaging apps like Signal and Telegram. The new signups on the platforms have skyrocketed. WhatsApp Groups are abuzz with major debate on whether to stay or migrate.