Explore Facebook's global influence and future vision in this 29-minute talk featuring Chris Cox, Facebook's chief product officer, in conversation with The Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson. Delve into the evolving creative economy, examining the role of virtual reality, creator adoption of new technologies, and the philosophical implications of free speech in the digital age. Gain insights on Facebook's perspective on creators, the transition to a creator-focused economy, content distribution challenges, polarization, viral misinformation, and the potential impact of VR on mental manipulation.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
How Facebook thinks about creators
The transition to creators
The barbell distribution
Polarization
Viral misinformation
Free speech
VR
Mental Manipulation
Taught by
The Aspen Institute