Prince Harry meets, funds youth groups advocating for social media and AI safety | TechCrunch
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Prince Harry, during a recent event in Brooklyn hosted by the Responsible Tech Youth Power Fund, engaged with youth leaders focused on tech safety and innovation. He emphasized the significant power of tech platforms, which he claims often surpasses that of governments. Prince Harry expressed concern over the lack of accountability for online safety by these platforms, urging young leaders to utilize their skills to challenge profit-driven motives in tech. Attendees voiced their cautious optimism about AI, while recognizing the rapid pace of technological change poses challenges that outpace legal regulations.
"Thank God you guys exist, thank God you guys are here," he acknowledged, emphasizing the need for responsible stewardship in technology amidst increasing power and influence of tech platforms.
At one point, he urged, "You have the knowledge and the skillset and the confidence and the bravery... to be able to stand up to these things," highlighting the importance of youth involvement in tech safety.
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