Nick Clegg’s Post

Ah, Nick Clegg, the seasoned veteran of non-answers, now steering Meta‘s carefully crafted image of responsible tech governance. But let’s ask what should *really* be addressed here: the monumental elephant in the room—the manipulation of democratic processes, like the Brexit vote, where Cambridge Analytica and, by extension, Meta’s platforms, likely played a damaging role. How much "progress" can truly be claimed when these tech giants remain silent about their direct and indirect influence on elections? Clegg's talk of "human rights" while brushing over the toxic role social media algorithms played in amplifying misinformation feels like a convenient distraction. And speaking of conclaves of washy, non-event politicians—what about the role of those like Clegg himself, whose flip-flopping and aiding of hung parliaments ushered in years of Tory corruption and austerity? Should we continue to allow politicians to conveniently sidestep responsibility, both in government and tech, while shaping a decade of democratic decay? So here's the real question: how should we hold both tech companies and politicians accountable for their meddling and complacency? Meta's "progress" will remain suspect until we get some real answers.

Nick Clegg Yann LeCun What is a human, that is where human rights begins. Until science realizes it needs a new model to really understand life, human potential, progress .. well we are fighting over super flawed inaccurate systems

I encourage you to get this report endorsed by an independent human rights entity like the UN. The fact that it's internally endorsed by you and your Chief Legal Officer is akin to 'marking your own homework.' Otherwise, it will merely serve as a rubber stamp for your ESG strategy. All the best.

Big tech companies like Google, Apple, and Meta have been accused of violating human rights by disregarding privacy and using data without adequate consent. These companies have been fined for privacy violations, such as Meta’s $1.3 billion fine for GDPR breaches. They also engage in long legal battles and use PR campaigns to maintain dominance, as seen in Google’s use of projects like “Privacy Sandbox,” which was criticized as a ploy to reinforce their ad monopoly under the guise of privacy reform. https://rankingdigitalrights.org/2021/11/17/first-party-tracking-power-play-apple-google-human-rights/

Dear Nick , Thanks so much for sharing the report, this kind of report (if what is written is also implemented/has been implemented in letter & spirit) will definitely put the so called businesses and human resources who runs these businesses in a cordial and balanced manner through rights -BHR. Prof. John Ruggie' s dream can only be realised if the change starts from a bigger organisation like Meta. Looking forward to reading the entire report.

Science reporting about human rights! Hmm, isn't it somehow paradoxal. Why doesn't science start by aligning its operational rules to the United Nation  Article 27 from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: "Everyone has the right freely to participate in the cultural life of the community, to enjoy the arts and to share in scientific advancement and its benefits" Come uo with a breakthrough in science as a non academic affiliate ... and you'll see even your past published work getting denied with false quotes 🤯 Any shared thoughts?

To: Nick Clegg Fr: David Senater Re: NY Automotive Experience Center - New York Auto Museum - Meta New York Auto Museum Dear Nick, We have a naming rights agreement opportunity for Meta m it literally brings hundreds of millions of dollars in new revenues to Meta from participation. At this point, you’re gonna have to come up with a credible offer to outbid our Amazon proposal. This is a limited time opportunity, and you guys can select what brand you want to put on the building. Be it Facebook, Meta, WhatsApp or Instagram. We need to do something next month, unless you want your competitors to get the deal. All the best, David Senater Executive Director New York Auto Museum e: david.senater@newyorkautomuseum.com w: www.newyorkautomuseum.com

What about the right to be heard by a support process that actually pays attention to its userbase?

These insights will hugely influence our accountability moving forward.

Some of the people behind #Meta's human rights work are true human rights defenders with incredible track records in the field! Thanks for putting this report out!