Ari Ezra Waldman

Ari Ezra Waldman, author of 'Industry Unbound: The Inside Story of Privacy, Data, and Corporate Power,' questions the effectiveness of privacy laws and highlights the role of industry professionals in shaping privacy-invading products. He explores the concept of privacy as power and the risks posed by coercive bureaucracy within the information industry. Waldman examines how companies exploit procedural requirements in privacy and data protection laws and discusses the need for new governance systems to address current issues and advocate for public control over data.

Danielle Keats Citron, a law professor and cyberstalking scholar, Ari Ezra Waldman, a socio-legal expert on privacy, and Jeff Allen, former Meta data scientist, delve into the evolution of trust and safety in tech. They explore the shift from ad hoc moderation to formal policies, highlighting significant events like Gamergate. Their discussion touches on the impact of organizational dynamics, the challenges of compliance governance, and a hopeful note about seasoned professionals moving to regulatory roles. An enlightening look into the complex world of digital safety!