FBL108: Tobias Rose-Stockwell - The Outrage Machine

FBL108: Tobias Rose-Stockwell - The Outrage Machine

Author: Singularity University July 10, 2023 Duration: 59:10

This week our guest is writer and technology researcher, Tobias Rose-Stockwell, who has just published a brand new book: The Outrage Machine: How Tech Amplifies Discontent, Disrupts Democracy―And What We Can Do About It.

In this episode, we explore Tobias’ book, which takes us on a journey through topics such as the power of virality for better or worse, algorithmic manipulation, the features of technology that lead to outrage,  legislation, digital IDs, and the broader consequences for government and democracy.

Find out more about Tobias and his work at tobias.cc/ or follow him at twitter.com/tobiasrose

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