

Meredith Whittaker
President of the Signal Foundation and longtime tech policy expert and critic, formerly at Google and known for work on AI ethics, privacy, and open-source infrastructure.
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Sep 23, 2025 • 45min
BIG INTV: Signal's Meredith Whittaker Says AI Is Just A Branding Term
Meredith Whittaker, President of the Signal Foundation and a notable tech policy expert, shares her journey from Google to advocating for AI ethics. She reflects on crucial moments, like the Trump cabinet's controversial use of private chats. Whittaker critiques the branding frenzy surrounding AI, warning of its risks to privacy and encryption, especially for apps like Signal. She emphasizes the challenges women face in a hype-driven tech culture, while pushing for transparency and accountability in AI governance.

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Sep 25, 2025 • 28min
KI-Agenten - Tech-Expertin Meredith Whittaker warnt vor Sicherheitsrisiken
Meredith Whittaker, KI-Forscherin und Präsidentin der Signal-Stiftung, thematisiert die Gefahren autonomer KI-Agenten für Datenschutz und Privatsphäre. Sie erklärt, dass solche Systeme tiefen Zugriff auf persönliche Daten benötigen und Sicherheitsrisiken bergen. Whittaker kritisiert, wie große Tech-Konzerne oft die wahren Einsatzmöglichkeiten von KI beschönigen und warnt vor dem potenziellen Missbrauch privater Kommunikation für KI-Training. Abschließend plädiert sie für europäische Ansätze zur Regulierung und ethischen Gestaltung von KI.

Oct 21, 2020 • 42min
Google Protest Leader Meredith Whittaker on the Future of Tech Activism and the Deep Flaws of ‘The Social Dilemma’
Meredith Whittaker, an AI researcher and a former Google employee renowned for leading the 2018 walkout, dives into the intricacies of tech activism. She critiques 'The Social Dilemma,' emphasizing the need for an inclusive discussion on tech's impact on social issues like race and gender. Whittaker discusses the disparities in labor practices within tech and advocates for collective action. She highlights the importance of including marginalized voices in AI discussions and the ethical dilemmas emerging from corporate practices.

Nov 4, 2019 • 58min
Recode Decode: The Google walkout organizers, one year later
Stephanie Parker, a policy specialist and Google walkout co-organizer, shares insights on organizing within tech giants. Meredith Whittaker, co-director at the AI Now Institute, discusses the impact and aftermath of the walkout. Claire Stapleton opens up about facing retaliation post-protest. Nicole Moore, a part-time Lyft driver, highlights gig workers' challenges for rights, while Ben Gwin, a union leader, talks about the struggles for contractor protections. Together, they emphasize the ongoing fight for equity and systemic change in the tech industry.

Apr 8, 2019 • 1h 3min
Recode Decode: Meredith Whittaker and Kate Crawford
Meredith Whittaker and Kate Crawford, founders of the AI Now Institute, dive deep into the societal implications of artificial intelligence. They discuss the dangers of 'dirty data' and biased search results that can skew AI conclusions. The importance of diversity in tech is highlighted, alongside the ethical concerns of technologies like facial recognition. They also critique current AI self-regulation efforts and explore international approaches, notably China's social credit system. Their insights underscore the need for transparency, accountability, and a more inclusive tech landscape.