I will politely disagree that the current systems weren't designed for evil intent. It was designed to be a very robust command and control system. That, inherently, will always tend to be bent towards evil purposes.
I very much understand that throwing out of the whole tech stack is impractical, but... What alternative is there if the entire might of that system is turned against you? I'm always thinking of what the worst case is, and digital id required to access the internet is the worst case. I will NOT submit to that. At all. So, therefore, I will not be able to pay for internet access, and will, therefore have to use completely alternative means of communication or... Just don't.
Not many people are thinking THAT all the way through. Not being able to buy or sell anything if you don't submit to digital ID and CBDCs. Not being able to access any electronic systems needed to conduct any sort of business. Eventually not even being able to drive or travel unless you walk and also avoid any populated areas.
The only way any of the above will work is because it is a centralized control system that is robust enough to connect and control access for every device and human on the planet. That's what we are now enjoying the use of, but it is not free use and the noose is tightening.
What will you do if your ISP is compelled to shut off your access to the internet because of any noncompliance or social faux pas that crosses some daft threshold?
What then?