Technology
Twitter laid-off "nearly all" of its staff in Africa differently than its U.S. Twitter workers.
Computer scientists are worried artificial intelligence is adopting the worst human traits.
The Buffalo shooting spotlights how social media helped Payton Gendron, who learned to modify guns from YouTube and live-streamed the carnage on Twitch.
Charles C. Johnson, a right-wing troll banned from Twitter over allegations he tried to incite deadly violence against former BLM leader Deray Mckesson, is reportedly expecting his account to be restored once Elon Musk's $43 billion purchase of the social media app becomes official.
By now, many of us have heard of NFTs, but most people have no idea what a non-fungible token is and how to profit from the growing industry. Discover more about the NFT marketplace, trends, controversies and how little known artists are still finding ways to profit. Read more inside.
The Propel Center was created for HBCU students to allow them to gain key skills through innovation and professional teaching. CEO Gene Wade believes the Propel Center can play a significant role in helping to bridge the opportunity gap.
Acknowledging the disruption of organizing and information distribution, the Disinfo Defense League's policy platform consists of nine key points. Calls to action in the newly released platform included banning discriminatory algorithms, enhancing data transparency, protecting whistleblowers, and expanding Federal Trade Commission oversight.Â
Micheal Williams was just trying to help a neighbor in need when his life was completely upended by a horrific incident and some shady police technology used to detect the sound and location of gunshots.
Facial recognition and biased data practices exist across multiple sectors. Algorithms and other technology can take on the flawed assumptions and biases inherent in society.
Racial and ethnic minority communities that lack internet access have been left behind in the race to get a COVID-19 vaccine. For the almost 13.8 million older adults in the U.S. who live alone, asking for help may not be an option.
The lawyer and educator continues to add her voice in the fight to normalize conversations around consent and accountability.
