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Why Silicon Valley needs to be more responsible in Africa

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submitted over 5 years ago by ron1994

Why Silicon Valley needs to be more responsible in Africa

submitted over 5 years ago by ron1994

Why Silicon Valley needs to be more responsible in Africa
  • Jack Dorsey, founder of Twitter, announced plans to spend 6 months in Africa in 2020 to explore fintech opportunities, influenced by the slogan "Africa is the future."
  • However, the influx of Silicon Valley companies in Africa raises concerns about their responsibility in addressing negative impacts on the continent, such as incitement to hate speech and disinformation.
  • Urgent action is needed from these companies to ensure their products are not used to violate human rights and to prevent potential economic and moral hazards in the future.
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