The Vergecast Land of the Giants: The Facebook / Meta Disruption
Jul 8, 2022
This podcast dives into Meta's profound influence on society and technology, tackling crucial topics like misinformation and polarization. It features insights from Mark Zuckerberg about the future of human interaction. The discussion also navigates the delicate balance between free expression and user safety, addressing how Meta deals with abuse and accountability. Expect to hear diverse perspectives from both company leaders and critics as they reflect on the implications of social media.
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Zuckerberg's Focus
- Mark Zuckerberg's background in psychology and computer science influences his work.
- He aims to build technology that facilitates human interaction.
Meta's Current State
- Meta (formerly Facebook) faces controversy and vulnerability.
- Zuckerberg invests in the metaverse while the public grapples with Facebook's existing impact.
Zuckerberg's Philosophy
- Zuckerberg believes companies should prevent making societal problems worse.
- However, he doesn't think companies should try to fix society.