Unchecked Big Tech is a threat to society and democracy.

What’s Happening

Zero Trust AI Governance

Framework

2023

Accountable Tech, AI Now, and EPIC offer an antidote to self-regulation for artificial intelligence. Policymakers can take action today to rein in the most pressing threats posed by this new emerging technology.

Democracy by Design

Framework

2023

With over 50 countries set to hold elections amidst tectonic geopolitical and technological shifts, 2024 will present unprecedented challenges for democracy. Accountable Tech worked with partners to create this content-agnostic election integrity framework for online platforms.

Our Campaigns

Tell Google to Delete Users’ Location Data
Active Campaign

2023

Based on our research, Google is still collecting and retaining sensitive location data that could be used to prosecute those seeking or assisting with reproductive health care. Join us in urging Google to stop this dangerous practice of data collection and retention.
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Stop Toxic Twitter
Active Campaign

2022

Join us and partner organizations in calling on Twitter’s top advertisers to stop spending on the platform as Elon Musk has rolled back community and brand safety standards. A dollar to Twitter is a dollar to rising levels of hate, extremism, and disinformation on and offline.
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Ban Surveillance Advertising
Active Campaign

2021

Big Tech’s toxic business model of surveillance advertising is fueling the spread of extremism and disinformation online by feeding users whatever content keeps them clicking and scrolling. Join us in urging Congress to ban surveillance advertising.
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Share Your Story

Our work is fueled by the stories of those who have experienced the harms of Big Tech in their daily lives.

In the News

In the News
The Hill

Dec 06, 2023

Biden pressed to address AI impact on climate change
Climate and tech advocacy groups are pressing the Biden administration to address concerns about the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on climate change...The letter was signed by 17 groups, including Friends of the Earth, Accountable Tech and the Center for Countering Digital Hate.
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The Verge

Dec 06, 2023

Climate groups say Biden AI order doesn’t address AI’s climate impact
The groups sent a letter to the White House urging the Biden administration, including national climate advisor Ali Zaidi, to add more climate-centered policies in its AI executive order released earlier in October. Seventeen groups signed the letter, including Accountable Tech.

Join the fight to rein in Big Tech.

Big Tech companies are some of the most powerful and profitable companies in history, presenting new threats to the safety of communities and the health of democracy. We’re taking them on through legislation, regulation and direct advocacy.