Pivot How Big Tech is Responding to Russia, with guest Nicole Perlroth
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Mar 1, 2022 
Nicole Perlroth, a New York Times journalist focused on cybersecurity, discusses the significant repercussions of Russia's invasion on Big Tech. She highlights how social media plays a role in modern warfare, contrasting traditional military power with information warfare. The conversation covers the challenges of ransomware attacks from Russian hackers and the necessity of proactive cybersecurity measures. Perlroth also explores the complexities of cryptocurrencies within the context of cybercrime and the broader implications for global security.
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Journalism's Hidden Dangers
- Scott Galloway recalls a time at the New York Times when Bill Keller, the managing editor, had to leave dinner to negotiate a journalist's release from the Taliban.
- This highlights the often-overlooked dangers inherent in journalistic work, especially in conflict zones.
TikTok's Algorithmic Reinforcement
- TikTok's algorithm, like other social media algorithms, fosters unhealthy behaviors by reinforcing pre-existing interests.
- This can lead to echo chambers where dangerous content is normalized and amplified, particularly concerning eating disorders.
Transparency in Research
- Social media companies should be more transparent with their research data regarding the effects of algorithms.
- This data should be made available to researchers to better understand the impact on user behavior.
