March 14, 2024
Program manager tapped for input on TikTok debate
The Seattle Times
Program Manager Alex Bolton shared insight into the TikTok debate with The Seattle Times for its recent article, “WA lawmakers back TikTok ‘ban.’ Seattle TikTokers aren’t happy about it.” Bolton was cited for his input around the foundational issues of data and privacy surrounding the conversation. He also offered the perspective that this provides “an […]
MoreFebruary 22, 2024
Co-Director book named to Best of 2024 list
JustLuxe
Co-Director Tadayoshi Kohno’s book “Cryptography Engineering” was named one of the best cybersecurity books of the year. The work was highlighted in an article in JustLuxe, within the category of Essential Reads for Protecting Computer Systems. The article noted that “Cryptography Engineering,” by Niels Ferguson, Bruce Schneier, and Tadayoshi Kohno, “delves into cryptographic algorithms, protocols, […]
MoreFebruary 21, 2024
Co-Director featured on “Good Morning America”
ABC
Co-Director Ryan Calo was sought out as an expert source for a recent story on “Good Morning America” about a college student facing legal action for tracking Taylor Swift’s jet. On Feb. 21, Calo’s interview aired on the nation’s No. 1 morning news show, which has an impressive 2.9 million viewers daily, according to Nielsen […]
MoreFebruary 20, 2024
Co-directors discuss ‘What Are We Building’ on podcast
Tech Policy Press
The Tech Policy Press recently interviewed Tech Policy Lab Co-Directors Batya Friedman and Aylin Caliskan to discuss their careers and the recent leadership transition at the Lab. The interview, “What Are We Building, And Why?” gives Friedman an opportunity to reflect on her work, which is foundational to many conversations being had today, and Caliskan […]
MoreNovember 11, 2023
TPL program manager breaks down Meta lawsuit
The Daily
TPL Program Manager Alex Bolton explained various facets about the lawsuit against Meta for practices that exploit children and teens in The Daily’s recent article. Bolton was the primary source for the story about Washington and other states filing suit against Meta, alleging the company intentionally targets children and teens with addictive algorithms and other app […]
MoreNovember 8, 2023
Co-Director Discusses AI Landscape on PBS
PBS
Co-Director Ryan Calo spoke with “Northwest Now” on its recent episode “Artificial Intelligence.” The program examined artificial intelligence and its potential benefits and downfalls, and consulted Calo as an expert who has been working in the field for years. Calo noted the region’s deep roots in the conversation (“Right here, about 40 minutes from where […]
MoreNovember 3, 2023
Co-Director Breaks Down Different Facets of Bill Around AI and Campaign Ads
Wisconsin Public Radio
New proposed legislation in Wisconsin would require disclosure around the use of AI to generate audio or video in campaign ads. In a story on Wisconsin Public Radio, Co-Director Ryan Calo discusses how simple it can be to create “fake news,” and the partnering risks to the electorate. Additionally, he notes the importance of lawmakers’ […]
MoreNovember 2, 2023
Co-Director Reads Between Lines of Executive Order in New Post Article
The Washington Post
In a new Washington Post article, Co-Director Ryan Calo weighs in on a new executive order signed by President Biden around AI regulation. “Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence” aims to advance and govern the development and use of AI. The White House fact sheet says, “the […]
MoreNovember 1, 2023
Co-Director Encourages Partnership Between Police, Communities Around Patrol Robots
USA Today
Co-Director Ryan Calo advises thoughtfulness when deploying law-enforcing robots in a piece in USA Today. The New York Police Department recently added a robot to its city patrols in a move that is a likely signal of what’s to come in policing. This move is both hailed as a safety measure and questioned for its […]
MoreSeptember 11, 2023
TPL Co-Director Named to Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Board of Directors
Electronic Frontier Foundation
TPL Co-Director Yoshi Kohno recently joined the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Board of Directors this September of 2023. Professor Kohno has paved the way for researching security flaws in technologies, establishing technological risks, and identifying privacy threats amongst refugees in the U.S. and vulnerable populations. Kohno and other researchers have also created a framework to identify how […]
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