Why Meta doubled down after Frances Haugen blew the whistle | Top Comment Podcast

This BBC News episode of the Top Comment podcast features Frances Haugen, the whistleblower who leaked tens of thousands of internal Facebook documents in 2021. Released as The Social Reckoning opens in cinemas, the conversation looks at what has changed since her disclosures and at the legislation and litigation aimed at social media companies. The discussion covers tech accountability in the age of AI, measures taken against people who speak out, and Haugen's views on Mark Zuckerberg. Meta has disputed Haugen's characterisation of its policy, culture and safety procedures.

• Frances Haugen reflects on what has changed since her 2021 Facebook document leak
• Discussion of tech accountability in the age of AI
• Measures taken against people who speak out about tech companies
• Meta's response: the company disputes Haugen's characterisation of its practices

As The Social Reckoning hits cinemas, the whistleblower who inspired the movie joins Top Comment to discuss what's changed since she leaked tens of thousands of internal Facebook documents in 2021. Considered by many to be the primary catalyst for much of the legislation and litigation currently targeting social media giants, Frances Haugen's revelations have nonetheless been followed by an apparent acceleration by those same companies in pursuit of maximum engagement. On this episode, Frances talks about tech accountability in the age of AI, the increasingly punitive measures being taken against others who decide to speak out, and what she really thinks of Mark Zuckerberg. Meta has consistently disputed Frances Haugen's characterisation of its policy, culture and safety procedures. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews