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Feb 86 min read

Navigating the Risks of AI Technologies for the LGBTQ+ Community

From recommendations on streaming platforms to diagnoses in advanced medicine, the potential of AI rightfully makes headlines every day....

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LGBT Tech's Chris Wood discusses “What is the future of children’s online data privacy in the U.S.?” on The TechTank Podcast

Tatyana Ithier

Feb 51 min read

LGBT Tech's Chris Wood discusses “What is the future of children’s online data privacy in the U.S.?” on The TechTank Podcast

LGBT Tech's Executive Director, Chris Wood, joins Nicol Turner Lee and Jennifer Huddleston in the latest episode of the TechTank Podcast....

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LGBT Tech at Creating Change Conference 2024

Tatyana Ithier

Jan 261 min read

LGBT Tech at Creating Change Conference 2024

LGBT Tech’s team returned from a successful week exhibiting at the Creating Change Conference this past week in New Orleans, LA. The...

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LGBT Tech at Creating Change 2024 Conference in New Orleans

Tatyana Ithier

Jan 111 min read

LGBT Tech at Creating Change 2024 Conference in New Orleans

LGBT Tech is heading to Creating Change 2024! Swing by the Exhibit Hall from January 17th-20th and look for LGBT Tech's booth to learn...

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Meta's implementation of default end-to-end encryption in Messenger is a win for the LGBTQ+ community

LGBT Tech

Jan 83 min read

Meta's implementation of default end-to-end encryption in Messenger is a win for the LGBTQ+ community

Last month, Meta announced that it would be implementing default end-to-end encryption for all personal chats and calls on Messenger and...

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Report - Beyond Binary: LGBTQ+ Rights in the Digital Landscape

Shae Gardner

Jan 82 min read

Report - Beyond Binary: LGBTQ+ Rights in the Digital Landscape

For members of the LGBTQ+ community, digital platforms and tools facilitate access to safe spaces for self-expression, economic...

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Right to Repair Debates Must Consider Your Right to Privacy

LGBT Tech

Dec 18, 20234 min read

Right to Repair Debates Must Consider Your Right to Privacy

When your smartphone or any essential digital device breaks, it can feel as if your entire life has been disrupted in a second. Your...

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The Dangers of Age Verification Provisions

Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel

Dec 14, 20234 min read

The Dangers of Age Verification Provisions

One proposed solution to ensuring safe youth online experiences is age verification provisions, which require platforms to confirm the ages

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LGBT Tech, MMTC, ALLvanza, & OCA host conversation on the Vital Role of BEAD Funding in D.C..

Tatyana Ithier

Dec 11, 20231 min read

LGBT Tech, MMTC, ALLvanza, & OCA host conversation on the Vital Role of BEAD Funding in D.C..

On December 5th, LGBT Tech, MMTC, ALLvanza, OCA, host a conversation on the Vital Role of BEAD Funding in Washington D.C.. Our expert...

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LGBT Tech's Shae Gardner speaks on the Blocked: How Lawmakers are Censoring Teens Online Panel

Tatyana Ithier

Dec 8, 20231 min read

LGBT Tech's Shae Gardner speaks on the Blocked: How Lawmakers are Censoring Teens Online Panel

Shae Gardner, LGBT Tech's Policy Director, shares her thoughts on teen digital censorship laws on a panel moderator by the Chamber on...

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The Dangers of "Best Interest of the Child" Provisions

Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel

Nov 28, 20234 min read

The Dangers of "Best Interest of the Child" Provisions

When it comes to online safety legislation and especially online child safety bills, the phrase "best interest of the child" frequently...

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Samantha Sygier Cayax

Nov 27, 20232 min read

Watch PATHS Season 4 NOW!

Season 4 marks the first sets of interviews filmed in NYC! Check out our 7 interviews with LGBTQ+ individuals in STEAM around the New...

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Celebrating Diversity in STEAM: The Crucial Role of LGBTQ+ Representation

LGBT Tech

Nov 18, 20232 min read

Celebrating Diversity in STEAM: The Crucial Role of LGBTQ+ Representation

Happy LGBT in STEAM Day! Today is an opportune moment to reflect on the significance of LGBTQ+ professionals in Science, Technology,...

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LGBT Tech Files Comments with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

Shae Gardner

Nov 17, 20232 min read

LGBT Tech Files Comments with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

On November 16, LGBT Tech submitted comments to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) in response to the...

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LGBTQ+ Organizations and Centers Send Letter to Hill Urging Changes to Kids Online Safety Bill

LGBT Tech

Nov 2, 20232 min read

LGBTQ+ Organizations and Centers Send Letter to Hill Urging Changes to Kids Online Safety Bill

Read a PDF of our letter here. Today, LGBT Tech and 73 other organizations and LGBTQ+ centers from around the country sent a letter to...

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Supporting Southern LGBTQ+ Communities Through Affordable Broadband

Arin Rook

Oct 31, 20233 min read

Supporting Southern LGBTQ+ Communities Through Affordable Broadband

The last year has been difficult for the LGBTQ+ community in the US. Since 2022, there have been over 500+ anti-LGBTQ+ bills proposed all...

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Statement of LGBT Tech Supporting the Continued Funding of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

Carlos Gutierrez, Dep. Director & General Counsel

Oct 26, 20231 min read

Statement of LGBT Tech Supporting the Continued Funding of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

“The digital divide in America has long been a concern for LGBTQ+ communities. With the pandemic underscoring the absolute necessity of...

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LGBT Tech's Chris Wood shares partner impact highlights at the 2023 Comcast ProjectUp Summit

Tatyana Ithier

Oct 23, 20231 min read

LGBT Tech's Chris Wood shares partner impact highlights at the 2023 Comcast ProjectUp Summit

LGBT Tech's Chris Wood was invited to Comcast's ProjectUp Summit to share partnership impact between LGBT Tech and Comcast. Partnerships...

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LGBT Tech's Carlos Gutierrez Speaks on the 'Future of Privacy' Panel at the Digital Inclusion Summit

Tatyana Ithier

Oct 17, 20231 min read

LGBT Tech's Carlos Gutierrez Speaks on the 'Future of Privacy' Panel at the Digital Inclusion Summit

On October 18th, Carlos Gutierrez, LGBT Tech’s Deputy Director spoke on the 'Future of Privacy' panel at the Digital Inclusion Summit in...

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PATHS Hosts Its Second Live Panel & Networking Event

Samantha Sygier Cayax

Oct 16, 20233 min read

PATHS Hosts Its Second Live Panel & Networking Event

On Tuesday, September 26th, LGBT Tech’s PATHS hosted its second in-person panel discussion and networking event, LGBTQ+ in STEAM:...

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