They may be useful but they are not made to benefit the masses but the ones who created them. People should have equal power. Not as in communism but as in a decentralised global community.
Example: Money. Since its invention, you had to pay taxes for using their services... same as with any invention that followed...
The internet and bitcoin are the true gift for community/humanity.
When you invent something, you either do it with the purpose for the greater good so that it benefits everyone, or not at all.
I comprehend what you are trying to say but I stand very straight by my argument.
PS. Why would I have gratitude towards something that is designed to enslave people?
You should have gratitude for our society because it is the only thing which kept your ancestors from murdering each other.
You should look into Aztec civilisation :)))
I'll make it easier for you:
PS. I just mentioned 1 civilisation... You should check the rest...