The Year in Tech w/ Molly White, Brian Merchant, & Eric Wickham
Tech Won't Save Us
The Contradictions of Tech Ideals
This chapter examines the contradictions in the ideologies of influential tech figures, particularly focusing on Elon Musk's approach to free speech and censorship on Twitter. It critiques the crypto industry's rhetoric versus actual practices while evaluating Musk's negative societal impact, especially on marginalized communities. The discussion culminates in the annual 'worst person in tech' contest, with Musk reclaiming the title amidst debates on the broader implications of tech leadership.
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