Explorations

'Explorations' interrogate questions about content moderation and online safety that are open-ended or in flux. Each exploration follows the same structure and is updated regularly as new information emerges. Submit your own question for exploration.
Apr
26
Elon Musk presenting Tesla's fully autonomous future in 2019 (Steve Jurvetson)

Is authenticating users a good way to foster free speech on a platform?

Exploring: user verification, anonymity and Koo's attempt to reduce lawful content
6 min read
Oct
29

Does the media cover online safety in a way that helps platforms improve?

Exploring: platform accountability and incentives to do better
4 min read
Oct
04

Are Trust and Safety teams at the largest platforms set up to fail?

Exploring: organisational and cultural competencies
3 min read