To those wondering what I meant, I've heard the saying goes like this: "those who work in a noose-making factory should be wise to not make them too strong, lest they find themselves with one around their necks." It's not directly applicable to this instance, but more aimed towards those who are literally helping companies strengthen their walled-garden control.

those in power ($) controlled all information flow.

...replace '$' with 'knowledge (of bugs, etc.)' and that would be more accurate.