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20 Talks - Eliška Pírková: Senior Policy Analyst and Access Now

self-portrait of Eliška Pírková with her affiliations and blue circle on the left side
Romain Robert

In this interview we explore with Eliška Pírková how so called "super election year" grew concerns about big tech's influence on democracy, freedom of expression and privacy. Diving deeper into a new EU mandate, digital rights battles like algorithmic transparency, disinformation and GDPR enforcement will take center stage. Balancing freedom of expression and data protection is crucial to ensure a democratic resilience. Have a listen what is her future prognosis according to Eliška.

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Eliška Pírková

Senior Policy Analyst and the Global freedom of expression lead at Access Now

Eliška is a legal expert and digital rights advocate known for her work in internet governance and online freedom of expression. Access Now is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to defending digital rights worldwide. Her focus is on issues like content moderation, platform accountability, and the  protection of human rights in the digital sphere, advocating for transparent and user-centric internet policies. Her work aims to safeguard free speech while addressing the challenges posed by misinformation and harmful online content.