Author: Tom Gerken
In a recent revelation, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed regret for succumbing to pressure from the Biden administration to censor content on Facebook and Instagram during the pandemic. In a letter to the US House of Representatives, Zuckerberg disclosed that senior officials, including those from the White House, had urged Meta to remove certain content in 2021. The White House defended its actions, citing the need to safeguard public health and safety. Zuckerberg also mentioned that Meta had censored content related to Hunter Biden, which was later found to be based on false information. He acknowledged that some decisions were…
The tech industry mourns the tragic loss of Mike Lynch, the UK’s renowned tech entrepreneur, in a luxury yacht accident off the coast of Sicily. Lynch, best known for co-founding Autonomy, a tech firm sold to Hewlett Packard for $11bn, was also involved in a legal battle that culminated in his controversial extradition to the US. Despite facing scrutiny, Lynch’s legacy as a pioneer in the tech world remains unparalleled. Colleagues and friends pay tribute to Lynch as a brilliant mind and caring individual who made significant contributions to the tech sector. His journey from humble beginnings to founding successful…