Big Tech's Racial Injustice Action Misses How It's Fed Into The Issue

Big Tech's Racial Injustice Action Misses How It's Fed Into The Issue

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The video discusses how tech and social media companies are responding to racial justice protests with messages and donations. Critics argue that these actions are insufficient and call for more meaningful changes, such as investing in minority communities. The video highlights controversies involving Facebook and Amazon, including issues of racial bias and surveillance technology. It concludes with a call for companies to demonstrate genuine commitment through employment and training opportunities for minorities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criticism of tech companies' responses to racial justice protests?

They are not donating enough money.

Their actions are seen as mere words without substantial impact.

They are focusing too much on social media.

They are ignoring the protests completely.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company pledged $10 million to groups working on racial justice?

YouTube

Facebook

Twitter

Amazon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did the ACLU raise in response to Amazon's actions?

Amazon's support for protestors.

Amazon's insufficient donation amounts.

Amazon's sale of racially biased facial recognition technology.

Amazon's lack of diversity in hiring.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem is associated with facial recognition technology according to the transcript?

It is too expensive for widespread use.

It often fails to recognize faces in low light.

It has a higher rate of false positives for minority groups.

It requires constant updates to function properly.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do critics suggest companies should do to support minority communities?

Provide employment and training opportunities.

Develop new technologies for minority groups.

Focus solely on financial donations.

Increase their social media presence.