This Week in Startups Twitter's new Birdwatch moderation/annotation feature + OK Boomer: Flapjack's Patrick McDonnell | E1453
May 7, 2022
In this engaging conversation, Patrick McDonnell, Co-founder of Flapjack, shares his journey from working in a hacker house in Miami to optimizing restaurant menus for increased profitability. He reveals insights into innovative data-driven approaches that are transforming the dining industry. The hosts also dive into Twitter's new Birdwatch feature, discussing its potential to combat misinformation and its community-driven moderation model, while addressing challenges like bias and privacy concerns—making it a must-listen for tech enthusiasts!
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Twitter Leaks Birdwatch
- Jason Calacanis obtained leaked screenshots of Twitter's new crowdsourced moderation tool, Birdwatch.
- The screenshots reveal details about the tool's functionality, including community-driven notes and a rating system.
Birdwatch Functionality
- Birdwatch, similar to Wikipedia, uses community moderators to address misinformation.
- Users can rate notes' helpfulness based on criteria like source quality and neutrality.
Notes vs. Replies
- Birdwatch notes exist alongside regular replies but are only visible to Birdwatch contributors.
- These notes provide context and are rated for helpfulness by other contributors.