The Vergecast The politics and laws changing tech in the US
Nov 9, 2022
Adi Robertson, a Senior Reporter at The Verge specializing in tech and politics, discusses how America is grappling with the First Amendment in today’s climate. Makena Kelly, a Policy Reporter, dives into the Chips and Science Act, explaining its potential to reshape the tech landscape in the U.S. The conversation highlights the impacts of media bias and suggests innovative tools like 'Bias Buster' that aim to break down echo chambers. Together, they explore the complexities of free speech and the future of internet regulation.
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Bias Buster
- Neeva's Bias Buster slider lets users filter news by political bias.
- It ranges from left (blue) to right (red), showing sources categorized by perceived bias.
Source Categorization
- Neeva uses third-party bias ratings to categorize news sources.
- They aim for transparency and avoid implicit personalization.
Bias Rating Methods
- AllSides uses editorial reviews and blind bias surveys.
- These methods combine expert analysis with public perception to rate media bias.