This month, Nick Clegg denied Facebook had a polarising effect on politics just as a whistleblower confirmed how it was manipulating world affairs. Three big platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Clubhouse) all played down massive data breaches. And Amazon tried to defend its tax position in a bizarre Twitter strategy. With big tech behaving badly, it was nice to spend time at a Californian “unconference” and remember that idealistic, value-driven people still run a chunk of the internet. Here’s more on this and other top stories.
One day we'll own our digital identities
Last week, I went to the Internet Identity Workshop, which explores new ways to tackle fake news and fake identities online. Here's what I learned. My blog
Twitter supports pro-democracy in Asia
It's good to see Twitter upping the ante in terms of what it wants to stand for. Here's how the network is supporting the "Milk Tea Alliance". Gizmondo
Hello social audio. Goodbye Clubhouse?
With Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and others either launching or planning to launch rival audio products, the space is about to get busy. The Verge
How to be a thought-leader
LinkedIn has published a handy guide on using its features to maximise your reach and resonance with potential clients. Social Media Today
Our selfies tell the pandemic story
Photos of pubs and haircuts as UK Covid restrictions eased highlight how our digital lives have changed. The group selfie is back with a bang. Guardian
