What's New Marc Andreessen Called Online Safety Teams an Enemy. He Still Wants Walled Gardens for His Kid
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Jun 7, 2024 
Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen discusses his changing views on online safety teams, now supporting the idea of walled gardens for his son's online experience. He emphasizes the importance of trust and safety teams in tech companies for effective content moderation.
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Mixed Views on Online Safety
- Marc Andreessen's manifesto called online safety teams an enemy, claiming they impede technological progress.
- He later clarified support for content guardrails, especially to protect his 9-year-old son's internet experience.
Walled Gardens for Son's Internet
- Andreessen wants his son to have a "Disneyland experience" online with walled gardens for safety.
- Yet, he wishes for a future where his son can access the internet as a free-for-all.
Danger of Monopolized Censorship
- Andreessen worries about a few tech companies dominating with government, leading to universal restrictions and heavy censorship.
- He advocates for diverse content moderation approaches to avoid pervasive controls harming society.