Laurene Powell Jobs and Kara Talk Tech, AI & Journalism
Jun 14, 2024
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Laurene Powell Jobs interviews Kara Swisher about tech journalism, regulation, AI, and best devices. They discuss tech CEOs' influence, ethics, AI, and need for regulations. The conversation covers misinformation, government intervention, AI, and diversity in tech. They also explore team collaboration tools, journalism advocacy, and lighthearted topics like favorite Star Trek episodes.
Importance of regulatory oversight in tech industry for addressing privacy & antitrust concerns
Historical impact of tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Intel on today's tech landscape
Need for ethical considerations in tech development to combat AI manipulation and misinformation
Deep dives
Intuit SMB Media Labs: Targeting Small Businesses
Intuit SMB Media Labs offers a B2B media network focused on small businesses, using Intuit's business data to provide precise audience targeting. Businesses can create effective and scalable campaigns with privacy-protected data accessible through the platform.
Conversation with Laureen Powell Jobs
Laureen Powell Jobs, entrepreneur and founder of Emerson Collective, discusses investing, advocacy, and philanthropy in areas like environmental justice and education. Powell Jobs' work at Emerson Collective and ownership of media outlets like The Atlantic are highlighted, emphasizing her impact and achievements.
Tech Evolution from 1960s to 1990s
The growth of technology companies from the 1960s to 1990s laid the foundation for today's tech landscape. Companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Intel contributed to technological advancements. The values and ethos of that era, including innovation, quality, and foresight, continue to influence tech companies today.
Challenges in Tech Regulation and Oversight
The podcast delves into the need for regulatory oversight in tech, particularly focusing on companies like Facebook and Google. Discussions center around the lack of specific regulations for the internet and social media platforms, highlighting the importance of government intervention to address issues like privacy, algorithm transparency, and antitrust concerns.
Impact of Misinformation and AI Manipulation
Concerns about misinformation and AI manipulation are raised, showcasing instances of false news spreading rapidly through AI-generated platforms. The conversation touches on the dangers of unchecked data usage and the spread of misinformation, emphasizing the critical need for ethical considerations in tech development and regulation.
Kara takes the stage with Laurene Powell Jobs at Sixth & I in Washington D.C. to talk about Kara’s recent memoir, Burn Book: A Tech Love Story. In this bonus episode of On, Powell Jobs interviews Swisher about her life as a tech reporter, the incredible influence of tech CEOs, the need for regulation, AI and the best devices of all time.
This episode was originally taped on February 29, 2024 and has been edited for clarity and length. You can find the full version of their conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrSy8XJgjjE
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