Let’s call it what it is: antisocial media | Brief letters
The Guardian · 2026-06-08 · archive
Tech platforms | Concerned AI | David Sullivan | Contacting MPs | MoggingWhy is it that in the coverage of the downsides of the activities of the tech bros’ platforms, the term “social media” is used (Ministers may try to curb spread of misinformation during social unrest, 6 June). “Social” implies care, consideration and cooperation. It’s time commentators dumped this cosy terminology and named it for what it is – antisocial media.Colin HinesTwickenham, London• Michael Peel (Letters, 3 June) rightly says that AI has no empathy, but it can appear otherwise. On “hearing” my exclamation of “Oh no!” while watching...
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West Ham United joint-chairman David Sullivan has been highlighted in public discussions regarding the regulation of technology and digital communication. Amid concerns over the spread of misinformation, some observers are calling for a shift in terminology, suggesting that current labels for online platforms fail to capture their potential for negative societal impact. These debates also address the limitations of artificial intelligence, specifically its inability to replicate human empathy. Such developments reflect increasing pressure on influential figures to engage with parliamentary representatives to ensure greater accountability within the tech sector. This discourse underscores the ongoing effort to mitigate the downsides of modern digital interaction.
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