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Tech Won't Save Us

The Information War in Gaza w/ Marwa Fatafta

Nov 16, 2023
Marwa Fatafta, Palestinian digital rights advocate and researcher, joins the podcast to discuss the Israeli campaign in Gaza, social media's role in sharing ground realities, and ways to support peace. They delve into internet shutdowns in Gaza, manipulation of information, and the Israeli government's treatment of human rights organizations. The episode also explores the impacts of platform automation, censorship, and the development of technologies in an oppressive context.
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Quick takeaways

  • Internet shutdowns in Gaza hindered communication and access to information for Palestinians during the conflict.
  • Social media platforms disproportionately target Palestinian content, leading to censorship and the amplification of Israeli narratives.

Deep dives

The Impact of Internet Shutdowns in Gaza

During the conflict in Gaza, internet service providers experienced shutdowns due to heavy bombardment, infrastructure destruction, and lack of fuel. These shutdowns resulted in a significant decrease in internet traffic across Gaza, hindering communication and access to information for Palestinians. The Israeli authorities were also reported to have intentionally shut down the internet as part of their war strategy. The internet blackout created an information vacuum and hindered the ability of Palestinians to communicate with their families, access news, and mobilize for dissent against Israeli actions.

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