Category: Politics
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Meta’s Moderation and An Uncomfortable Truth About Social Networks
On 7 January, Mark Zuckerberg announced sweeping changes to content moderation and fact-checking across Meta’s platforms – Facebook, Instagram and Threads – sparking widespread reaction and debate about the future of online discourse and the role of social networks in…
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Donald Trump’s America: Reflections on a Country in Flux
In a world closely watching the US political landscape, the outcome of the 2024 Presidential election has left many stunned — not only by Donald Trump’s overwhelming victory but by the speed and clarity with which it was achieved. This…
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From Fediverse to Harris and Gen Z: Key Takeaways from FIR podcast 425
In long-form episode 425 of our For Immediate Release podcast, Shel Holtz and I explore the implications of several significant and shifting trends in business, communication, and technology. During a 90-minute discussion, we dive into six pressing and timely topics:…
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NATO’s Vision for Gen Z
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has taken an innovative approach to engaging with younger audiences through the creation of a graphic novel, “NATO 2099”. Published this year, 75 years after NATO’s founding, and set 75 years into the future,…
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How Keir Starmer’s Labour Landslide Will Reshape British Politics
The results of the 2024 UK general election on 4 July have sent shockwaves across the British political landscape. The Labour Party led by Sir Keir Starmer, pictured above, won a landslide victory, securing 412 seats and an overwhelming working…