Danah Boyd

Danah Boyd, a partner researcher at Microsoft Research and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Georgetown University, discusses how the challenges of urbanization in the past can shed light on navigating the digital world. She explores parallels between city living and online interactions, touching on anonymity, community formation, and societal impacts of online behaviors.

In this engaging conversation, danah boyd, a Partner Researcher at Microsoft and founder of Data & Society Research Institute, dives into the complexities of AI and its impact on society. She challenges easy narratives about AI, urging us to question who designs these systems and their implications for education and power dynamics. The discussion addresses critical themes like privacy concerns, biases in AI, and the need for inclusive technology development. Boyd also highlights the importance of AI literacy for parents and educators to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.