The News Agents Can parliament control Elon Musk?
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Nov 20, 2024 
Chi Onwurah, the Labour Chair of Parliament’s Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, discusses the urgent need to tackle misinformation online. She highlights how tweets from influential figures like Elon Musk can ignite real-world violence, as seen during the Southport riots. The conversation explores whether collaboration with tech giants is feasible or if a confrontational approach is necessary. Additionally, the podcast delves into military dynamics in Ukraine, including the impact of UK missiles on the conflict and geopolitical tensions surrounding it.
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Onwurah's Focus
- Onwurah's committee focuses on evidence and rigor.
- They aim to understand X's technology and its social impact, regardless of Musk's status.
Upholding Laws Online
- We must not accept that rich individuals can break laws online.
- Establish a legislative framework and enforce accountability through platforms like X.
Embassy Closures
- The US temporarily closed its embassy in Kyiv, along with several other European embassies.
- This raised concerns about Russia's potential revenge for Ukraine's use of long-range missiles.