Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: Facebook’s former security boss Alex Stamos and Twitter co-founder Ev Williams (Live)
May 24, 2019
In a lively discussion, Alex Stamos, former Chief Security Officer at Facebook, shares insights on the platform’s misunderstood role in democracy, advocating for regulatory changes and accountability measures. He critiques corporate policies and proposes shifts in compensation to prioritize societal benefits. Ev Williams, co-founder of Twitter, reflects on his exit from the board, shares his thoughts on media evolution, and highlights the investment landscape's lack of diversity. They both explore the complexities and responsibilities of social media in connecting and impacting society.
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Improving Facebook
- Prioritize smaller groups, ephemerality, and encryption.
- Rethink safety measures within encrypted environments.
Content Moderation
- Facebook should clearly define its content moderation goals.
- Establish firm limits based on values, not external pressure.
Williams Leaves Twitter
- Ev Williams left Twitter's board after 13 years to focus on other ventures.
- He felt the company was in a good place and his role had run its course.