Vivian Schiller

Vivian Schiller, former head of news at Twitter and current executive director of Aspen Digital, joins the discussion on the complex landscape of free speech online. She delves into Elon Musk's controversial claims and Mark Zuckerberg's decision to end fact-checking on Meta platforms, enhancing concerns over misinformation. The conversation also touches on the feeling of censorship within conservative circles and the ongoing struggle to balance free speech with responsible content moderation. It’s a revealing look at how tech giants shape public discourse.

Vivian Schiller, a former head of news at Twitter, joins Alison Holt, the BBC’s social affairs editor, and Tom Symonds, a BBC political correspondent, to discuss Meta's controversial decision to end independent fact-checking on its platforms. They debate the implications of replacing fact-checkers with community notes and the challenge of balancing free speech with misinformation. The conversation also delves into lessons learned from past inquiries into child sexual abuse, emphasizing the importance of urgent action and awareness to protect vulnerable individuals.

Vivianne Schiller, former Twitter news partnerships lead, brings platform policy insight. Chris Stokel-Walker, tech journalist and author, adds analysis on design and liability. They unpack a landmark verdict on addictive product design. They debate whether this signals a Big Tobacco-style shift. They explore legal strategy, internal documents, and possible regulatory and industry ripple effects.

Former global chair of news at Twitter Vivian Schiller, chief executive of Demos Polly Curtis, and executive director of the Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy professor Gina Neff discuss the impact of AI in elections, including the threat of doctored images, misinformation campaigns, deep fakes, and erosion of trust. They emphasize the importance of fact-checking emotionally provocative content and implementing imprints on social media for politicians in the UK.

Vivian Schiller, executive director of Aspen Digital and former news head at Twitter and NPR, discusses the growing distrust of elites at the World Economic Forum in Davos. She delves into the 'Great Reset' and its implications for public perception, highlighting the disconnect between elites and the masses. The conversation also touches on corporate responsibility, the rise of unionization in tech, and the troubling relationship between social media platforms and news. Schiller emphasizes the importance of local journalism in combating disinformation and fostering trust.