Human Rights, Media Failures, and Big Tech Scrutiny

This chapter addresses the severe human rights abuses of Uyghurs in China, critiquing media coverage and the distractions of modern journalism. It also delves into data privacy concerns regarding apps like TikTok and the implications of tech surveillance, alongside examining the responsibilities and reputations of major tech companies. The chapter culminates in discussions of content moderation on platforms such as Facebook and YouTube, questioning how historical standards of publication might apply to social media.