From ‘media deserts’ to the invisibility of women, rights experts spotlight latest trends
UN experts are highlighting the global rise of 'media deserts' and the marginalization of women in digital spaces. The report criticizes tech giants for manipulating online environments and suppressing dissent through digital tools.
Why it matters
The findings underscore the growing tension between corporate digital power and the protection of fundamental human rights and freedom of expression.
From the invisibility of women and girls to “media deserts” amid an artificial intelligence (AI) tsunami, dozens of UN independent experts have been shedding light on the battle for equal rights worldwide as the Geneva-based Human Rights Council’s continued its annual session on Thursday.
The focus on systemic inequality and the critique of 'tech oligarchs' aligns with common progressive human rights discourse.
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