Frances Haugen
Tech Whistleblower | Exposing Big Tech's Algorithmic Risks
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Frances Haugen emerged as a pivotal technology whistleblower who exposed Facebook's internal algorithmic mechanisms of potential social harm. As a product manager with deep data science expertise, she systematically disclosed tens of thousands of internal documents to the Securities and Exchange Commission and The Wall Street Journal, catalyzing global conversations about social media's societal impact.
Her courageous revelations illuminated how platform algorithms can amplify misinformation and negatively influence user mental health. Haugen's forensic approach to technology ethics provides audiences with unprecedented insights into the complex relationship between social media design and human behavior.
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The Facebook Whistleblower
In this talk Frances Haugen, former product manager turned Facebook Whistleblower, shareS lessons from her time at Facebook and the experience of becoming one of the most well known whistleblowers of the last year. She sheds light on the false choices around content moderation, censorship, fact checking and A.I that Facebook claim will keep us safe. She will share insights into what it will take to reform today's social media giants and how we can build social media that brings out the best in humanity. About SXSW: SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, this year’s online event features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, professional development and a variety of networking opportunities. For more information, please visit sxsw.com. Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/user/sxsw?sub_... Connect with SXSW: Website: https://www.sxsw.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SXSWFestival/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sxsw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sxsw/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sxsw
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| SXSW | 2022 | 🇺🇸Austin, United States |
| Web Summit | 2022 | 🇵🇹Lisbon, Portugal |
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