Dictatorships in the Digital Space

This episode, recorded at the 2023 South by Southwest (SXSW) conference, explores the struggle for human rights and democracy in the digital age. Increasingly sophisticated technology has provided new avenues for authoritarian regimes to target activists, stifle dissent, and encroach on civil liberties. Panelists discuss how regimes abuse technology and share insight into how the tech industry can unite to protect human rights globally. Featured Guests: Manal al-Sharif, Saudi women’s rights activist & cyber security expert Scott Carpenter, policy director at Jigsaw Felicia Anthonio, campaign manager for Access Now’s #KeepItOn campaign Arthur Holland Michel, author & surveillance expert