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The India episode — tech and data in the Global South

Technically Optimistic

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Addressing Caste Discrimination and Socio-Economic Challenges in Legislation and Tech

This chapter explores the attempt to make caste discrimination illegal in California through SB 403, analyzing the opposition faced and the significance of recognizing caste discrimination in various sectors. It also discusses the passage of a bill in Seattle banning caste discrimination, the challenges of addressing caste discrimination in tech companies, and the intersection of human dignity, content moderation, cybersecurity, and privacy. Furthermore, it delves into issues surrounding caste subjugation, poverty, linguistic diversity in India, and the role of AI systems in capturing cultural and linguistic diversity.

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