Staff Posts

Perspectives, insights, and opinions from the Accountable Tech staff on all the latest happenings in the ever-evolving world of tech and infocalypse.

A Look Inside Our #BlockTwitter Campaign

Why Twitter’s block button is so crucial for marginalized communities to protect themselves from targeted harassment.

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Tech accountability victories through kids safety | Q&A with youth leader Zamaan Qureshi

Up against a formidable foe – Big Tech – I chatted with youth leader Zamaan Qureshi about the paths to victory.

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Disinformation Station Training at Netroots | Q&A with Jaya Savita Aiyer of UltraViolet

At Netroots Nation 2023, I attended “Disinformation Station,” a tech-focused training by Jaya Savita Aiyer from UltraViolet, exploring technology’s role in activism and disinformation.

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No Big Tech Money: Q&A with Emily Southard

Holding Big Tech to account requires a multi-pronged strategic approach, so we were excited to see a new project launch – the No Big Tech Money Pledge, which aims to get Big Tech’s money out of politics.

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Democracy vs. Artificial Intelligence

Democracy is in jeopardy particularly with the rise of AI, and platforms have a responsibility to protect democratic integrity and public trust in elections.

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Addressing the Disinformation Dangers of Generative AI

Accountable Tech’s recent comment on AI to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy outlines steps the administration can take immediately to address some of the most pressing risks posed by generative AI.

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Unspooling Our Team’s Reactions to Threads

The Accountable Tech team raises questions and concerns about Meta’s new platform, Threads.

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Continuing the Fight For the Age Appropriate Design Code

Our Youth Initiatives Campaign Manager recaps how Accountable Tech prioritized the Age Appropriate Design Code in June.

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Google is Still Collecting Health Data That’s Putting Abortion Seekers At Risk — And The Stakes Are Getting Higher

Idaho’s new abortion travel ban is creating a new risk for abortion seekers, particularly as Google continues to track and store sensitive health data.

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