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In this eye-opening episode of The Mark Moss Show, we delve into the disturbing parallels between the historical Iron Curtain and today's emerging 'Digital Iron Curtain.' Mark Moss sheds light on the government's increasing surveillance and control over digital transactions, drawing stark comparisons with the oppressive tactics of the past. From the alarming expansion of IRS power under Biden's Inflation Reduction Act to the SEC's aggressive stance against cryptocurrency companies, we explore how these developments signify a troubling clampdown on financial freedom and privacy. With detailed analysis of the government's involvement in social media censorship and the fight against the free flow of digital information and assets, this episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about preserving their digital rights in an increasingly controlled virtual space.

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The Israel-Hamas war has proven to be a particularly fraught conflict on social media.

Finding out what’s happening on the ground has been complicated by a number of issues: the divisiveness of the debate on both sides, and how entrenched each viewpoint is; the ease with which alternative narratives are broadcast; and the immediate emotional responses that content can trigger. 

In this, the last episode of the series, host Chris Stokel-Walker speaks to Valerie Wirtschafter, a Fellow in Foreign Policy and the Artificial Intelligence Initiative at the Brookings Institution about the solutions to these issues and how we can verify truth in the fog of war.

Producers: Christopher Hooton and Nicola Kelly.

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The world grows ever more dominated by artificial intelligence. We’re promised huge productivity gains and streamlining benefits to make our lives easier, but there are significant drawbacks. 

The data underpinning AI is biased, the technology can amplify inequalities, and it's unclear who will set crucial standards for the sector and how they will be imposed.

In this episode, host Chris Stokel-Walker speaks to Rumman Chowdhury, Responsible AI Fellow at Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center, who has long been a campaigner for equality in technology. She fears we’re giving the keys to our society to a small group of companies that have shown they can’t be fully trusted.

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When Eric Meyer answered the door to the home he shared with his mother on August 11, 2023, he couldn’t have expected what was waiting on the other side.

The editor and proprietor of a small Kansas newspaper was being raided by police, who were looking for evidence of supposed illegal data access by one of his reporters.

Not used to seeing the police intervene so overtly and unabashedly in the workings of the press, Americans sent letters of support to the newspaper in their tens of thousands.

In this episode, Eric tells host Chris Stokel-Walker how he believes the raid was politically motivated; this small town scuffle potentially being an augur for the future of press freedom in a world where opinion is increasingly replacing fact-based news.

Producers: Christopher Hooton and Nicola Kelly

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In this eye-opening episode of The Mark Moss Show, we explore the alarming ways in which technology and media are being weaponized to steer society towards a totalitarian state. Join Mark as he delves into the intricacies of how political powers and tech giants are collaborating to manipulate public opinion, silence dissent, and redefine the essence of democracy.

This episode isn't about left versus right; it's about the fundamental principles of freedom and the battle against authoritarian overreach. We'll uncover the disturbing trend of censorship, media manipulation, and the disturbing weaponization of information. From the shifting dynamics within political parties to the overt and covert tactics used by governments and media, every layer of this complex issue is thoroughly examined.

Mark will also discuss how this move towards authoritarianism is funded, the role of key figures and organizations in this transformation, and the court cases that could decide the future of free speech.

Listen in as we analyze the most pressing battle of our era – the fight to preserve our speech, thoughts, and the very fabric of a free society.

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Generative AI is overhauling the way we work and live - and giving superpowers to ordinary individuals to create smart copy and stunning images in fractions of a second, but at whose expense? 

In this week's episode, host Chris Stokel-Walker speaks to Karla Ortiz, an artist from Puerto Rico who has drawn for Marvel, HBO, ILM, Universal and more. She has also launched a lawsuit against three large generative AI platforms, alleging mass copyright infringement of her work.

She tells Chris how she felt when she learned her artistic expression had allegedly been co-opted, and what impact it’s had on her both professionally and personally.

Producers: Christopher Hooton and Nicola Kelly

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Generative AI can do a lot of useful things: summarise text, spark inspiration and analyse patterns and data. But it can also makes things up, including entire articles from The Guardian.

In this episode, host Chris Stokel-Walker speaks to The Guardian's Head of Editorial Innovation, Chris Moran, about the day he was made aware of an article which never actually existed, though Chat GPT swore otherwise. He describes the newspaper's approach to AI and the many egregious implications the technology will have on the future of journalism.

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Our mobiles are a gateway to the world, holding news and entertainment, personal details and banking account information, friendships - even romances start there. Phones are a treasure trove of information, which is why governments in countries like the Philippines want to access them.

In this episode of 'Techtonic', host Chris Stokel-Walker speaks to Mong Palatino, former Filipino congressman, now activist and writer, about a new law requiring users to hand over their names and government IDs to register their SIM cards. Is this to police citizens, or is it a crack down on dissent? Mong tells Chris what it means to sign over your digital life to the authorities.

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Who, if anyone, controls Big Tech? 

In this episode, Chris Stokel-Walker talks to David Auerbach, a former Microsoft and Google software engineer credited for bringing the first emoji to the world.  

His new book, Meganets, warns us about the loose grip Big Tech companies have on the powerful technologies and algorithms they have created, and explores how these systems have driven us further and further into the opinions we already held and into our own little ‘narrative bunkers’.

Here he diagnoses the effects of this on society, and tries to offer solutions – which are not easy to find. 

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It's a journalist's worst nightmare: your phone has been tracked by rogue employees from a major Chinese tech company, tapping into your sources. That's what happened to Financial Times tech reporter Christina Criddle, who one day received a call from a TikTok representative detailing how some of their staff had tracked her using the app. 

In this episode, Christina tells host Chris Stokel-Walker how she responded to the unfolding saga and what incidents like these show about the emerging challenges for freedom of expression online.

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Internet shutdowns are now the first page of the dictator's playbook. Control the lines of communication, and you can control the populace.

In this episode, Doug Madory of internet infrastructure analysts Kentik talks to host Chris Stokel-Walker about how leaders around the world crack down on freedom of expression online; what happens when these tools of control are utilised during major world events; and what ramifications internet shutdowns have for us all.

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In this episode of Techtonic, host Chris Stokel-Walker talks to disinformation researcher and former US Department of Homeland Security staffer Nina Jankowicz. Nina describes the targeted campaign against her and the moment she discovered that deepfake pornographic images of her had been generated and were being widely shared. She tells Chris about the lead-up to the images, with a slow spread of fake news which put her in the crosshairs of people on both sides of the political spectrum.

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In this episode, Chris Stokel-Walker talks to Eddie Perez, former Head of Election Integrity at Twitter, about the impact generative AI is likely to have on the 2024 US elections; how deepfakes, fabricated, synthesised audio and social media may be hijacked by bad actors; and what undecided and swing state voters should be looking out for.

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Techtonic is a new podcast from human rights organisation Article 19, hosted by tech reporter Chris Stokel-Walker and produced by Christopher Hooton and Nicola Kelly.

The new series looks at freedom of expression online with a focus on the human impact of Big Tech and social media. We speak to experts around the world, including the former Head of Elections at Twitter, digital rights activists and journalists and we hear from those at the sharp end of AI, deepfake technologies, internet shutdowns and more.

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Emily Cameron knows the music business. And she learned it from working inside it, starting at an early age. And all of this knowledge makes her an advocate for artists, to make sure they get the money they have both earned and so rightfully deserve. We talked with Emily about her work and what she's doing to make sure the right folks get paid to keep making the music we so dearly love.

For more information, you can find Emily on Instagram.

In this week's episode, we look at the language biases inherent in AI technologies with guests Aliya Bhatia and Gabriel Nicholas from the Center for Democracy and Technology.

Chris, Aliya and Gabriel discuss how large language models work, the underrepresentation of non English-language nations in training data and the effects of an AI trained largely in English. They look at how this might affect communities in India and dialects such as Catalan, where translations are viewed through an anglo-centric lens and the mistakes that commonly get made. And they explore how companies might redress the balance, to ensure a diversity and quality of data which cover different cultural contexts. 

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Hosted by tech reporter Chris Stokel-Walker 
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Guest: Gary Guseinov, CEO at RealDefense and iolo [@iolo_tech]

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Episode Introduction

Welcome to an exciting episode of Redefining Society, hosted by the always intriguing Marco Ciappelli. Today, we dive deep into the entwined world of technology, privacy, and cybersecurity, exploring how our relationship with technology has evolved over the years and how it continues to shape our daily lives. Our guest is industry veteran Gary Guseinov, who brings decades of expertise and unique insights to the table.

From social media to artificial intelligence, today's episode explores the omnipresence of connected devices and the ever-changing landscape of our digital existence. With both Gary and Marco holding candid discussions on topics like digital fingerprinting and the privacy grey area, this episode challenges you to examine your relationship with the technology you use every day.

As we take a look back at how things have changed over the past years, we also delve into the future, questioning the course of cybersecurity and privacy. Together, Marco and Gary challenge listeners to think about their role as consumers and their understanding of technology's intersection with daily life. They also discuss the ethical implications of how our data is collected and used, the ambiguity surrounding privacy, and our ability to control it.

Moreover, we delve into the realm of cybersecurity and its relationship with privacy, which as Gary states, is more unpredictable, unknown, and undefined. The pair also share their perspectives on the ethics of media buying, the ever-evolving laws, and how consumers can protect themselves from potential threats.

Today's episode of Redefining Society is not only a deep dive into the fascinating world of technology and privacy but also an essential education for every listener navigating this digital age. You'll gain a fresh perspective on the decisions you make online and a newfound appreciation for the subtle intricacies of the digital world.

We encourage you to share this episode with your colleagues, family, and friends, sparking more conversations about our digital society. We invite you to step into the future with us, question your relationship with technology, and perhaps redefine it in the process.

Don't forget to subscribe to Redefining Society, your go-to podcast for understanding the ever-changing landscape of our digital society. Because the only constant in this world is change, and being equipped with knowledge is the best way to navigate it. 

So, let's redefine society together.

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