Inga K. Trauthig

Inga K. Trauthig, an expert in encrypted messaging and political manipulation, joins Mariana Olaizola Rosenblat, a technology and law policy advisor. They share insights on how political actors exploit encrypted platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram for voter manipulation. The discussion highlights the complexities of balancing election integrity with user privacy, while addressing innovative tactics used by propagandists. They suggest improvements for user reporting systems that preserve anonymity and delve into the future challenges posed by generative AI in messaging apps.