Lawmakers Did Their Homework for Tech Hearing, Says Zuboff

The transcript discusses a congressional hearing focused on the impact of tech companies' business models, particularly in the context of surveillance capitalism. It highlights how social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Google manipulate data for profit, leading to a rigged game that undermines democracy. The conversation emphasizes the need for regulation to address these issues, with a focus on banning surveillance advertising rather than just content moderation.

In what ways do the algorithms of social media companies amplify certain types of content?

What actions did the representatives pledge to take in response to the issues discussed?

What critical breakthrough did the congresswoman achieve regarding content moderation?