Here are definitions from Merriam-Webster online dictionary, but what is your take?
Exploitation (noun): an act or instance of exploiting Exploit (verb): 1.) to make productive use of; 2.) to make use of meanly or unfairly for one’s own advantage
Monetization (verb): 1.) to coin into money; 2.) to purchase (public or private debt) and thereby free for other uses moneys that would have been devoted to debt service; 3.) to utilize (something of value) as a source of profit
- Edit - revised title to “Is there a difference…” from “What is the difference…”
Monetization: Providing a way for people to pay for something they want
Exploitation: Making people pay outside their means for something they need, or feel like they need (usually bc of FOMO)
Why are you automatically entitled to everything you need being within your means?