Stories about Technology from October, 2024
Connecting continents through news: Interview with Marie Mbullu, a ‘digital ambassador for Africa’
Marie Mbullu’s content on TikTok has driven real-world impact, sparking conversations, influencing perceptions, and even connecting innovators with resources and opportunities.
Brazilians raise debate on reducing working hours through the ‘VAT movement’
The “Life Beyond Work” movement aims to challenge the current labor law, which mandates eight-hour workdays and four hours on Saturdays, totaling 44 hours per week.
Brazil's Supreme Court lifts suspension of X after Musk backs down
After weeks of Musk challenging Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Moraes, X's Global Affairs account posted a statement saying they intended to act “within the boundaries of the law.”
Israel is using surveillance technology to subjugate and target Palestinians
Data collection and technology can be harmful, especially when used to monitor and subjugate marginalized people. This can be seen most clearly in how Israel has used technology in its war against Palestinians.
X overtakes WeChat in spreading Chinese disinformation about the 2024 US presidential elections
Many mainland Chinese influencers have migrated away from WeChat thanks to China’s censorship policies and resettled on X in recent years. They're turning their attention to the 2024 US Presidential Elections.
Latin America: Uncovering the hidden human workforce behind AI
The rise of AI firmly depends on the painstaking work of thousands of humans. However, many often engage in repetitive ‘ghost work’ with precarious salaries.
