Techdenkers: in conversation with Meredith Whittaker

Digital age

In today's digital age, technology companies wield unprecedented power over our personal lives, collecting vast amounts of data that fuel surveillance practices and shape our online experiences. Few understand these dynamics better than Meredith Whittaker, who co-founded Signal to provide a private, secure messaging alternative.

Beyond her work on Signal, Whittaker made headlines with the Google Walkout, a large-scale protest against workplace harassment, gender inequality, and unethical practices in tech—a bold move in an industry that often prioritizes profit over ethics. Her experience navigating these spaces raises questions about the responsibilities of tech giants and the courage needed to challenge established norms.

Together with Whittaker they'll explore the complexities of tech power, the importance of privacy in digital communication, and the ongoing struggle for equity and ethical accountability in Silicon Valley and beyond.