Cathy Gellis

Cathy Gellis, an Internet and First Amendment lawyer known for her work with TechDirt, joins the conversation to unpack current issues in online speech. They dive into the Copyright Office's disappointing report on AI training and its neglect of First Amendment rights. The discussion also covers Elon Musk's controversial content moderation choices on Twitter, especially amid governmental censorship demands. Gellis sheds light on the implications for free expression and the struggle against governmental overreach in the digital realm.

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a senior reviewer at The Verge, discusses the invasion of ads on Amazon's Echo Show and the implications for smart-home privacy. Cathy Gellis, a tech attorney, delves into the Cox v. Sony case and the risky landscape for ISPs and copyright laws. Pulitzer-recognized journalist Gary Rivlin analyzes AI's economic challenges and ethical concerns, including the disturbing trend of AI-generated deepfakes of deceased celebrities. Together, they explore the pressing issues in tech regulation and the future of household automation.

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a senior reporter at The Verge specializing in smart home tech, discusses the troubling transformation of Amazon's Echo Show into an advertising platform. Cathy Gellis, a tech attorney, analyzes the implications of ongoing lawsuits against ISPs over user copyright infringement and concerns about the Supreme Court's recent rulings. Pulitzer-winning journalist Gary Rivlin shares insights on the rapid growth of AI and its economic impacts, while the group debates the ethical ramifications of AI-generated content featuring deceased celebrities.