
#093 - Roger McNamee - Is Facebook Zucked?
Modern Wisdom
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The Ethics of Tech: Privacy, Responsibility, and Consequences
This chapter explores the conflicting interests between major tech companies and society, emphasizing the ethical implications of surveillance capitalism. It highlights the need for accountability in how platforms like Facebook and Google handle personal data, detailing early interactions with Mark Zuckerberg and the challenges of maintaining user privacy. The discussion reflects on the unintended societal consequences of Facebook's design choices, including the Cambridge Analytica scandal, and calls for a reassessment of corporate responsibilities.
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