Speakers at the evening event are: @heiditworek.bsky.social, member of the Expert Advisory Group on Online Safety; @profwhw.bsky.social author of "We The Data"; and Jennifer Jill Fellows, host of @cyborggoddess.bsky.social and author of "Gender, Sex and Tech". chaise.opened.ca#ai-and-trust...

📣 Join me on Tuesday, September 15 at UBC Okanagan, as I unpack what “Big Tech” really means, how your empower them, and why it matters. 🗓️ Tuesday, September 15, 2026 7:00pm–8:00pm 🔗 Register here: lnkd.in/gzNyShyJ

In my latest interview with CBC news @lauvande.bsky.social , I shared my reflections about the growing adoption of AI at the municipal level. My key question for B.C. local leaders is simple: "Maybe now is the time to ask: What do we actually need it for?" www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Some of B.C.'s biggest cities are using artificial intelligence — but what for? | CBC News

Cities are exploring AI for a range of operational and administrative purposes, from summarizing reports and writing emails to early wildfire detection and identifying contaminated garbage.

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Saturday @thestar.com published my latest on Bitcoin, the pending US Clarity Act, and what it means for us that crypto trusts algos and not people (hint, it’s >💰). www.thestar.com/business/opi...

Trump and the crypto bros may soon get their way – and it will affect investors the world over

The U.S. Clarity Act would legalize and create formal regulations for most cryptocurrencies, writes Wendy H. Wong. If it passes, it will affect investors the world over and fulfill Trump’s goal of mak...

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Canada’s AI strategy reads like old news From Dr. @profwhw.bsky.social: "It doesn’t take a mathematician to see where the government’s commitment is on AI. Build baby build." #cdnpoli #AI #AIStrategy #Canada

Canada’s AI strategy reads like old news

important questions of data protection, natural resource stewardship and the distribution of benefits from digital technology

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AI Minister Evan Solomon finally released the federal AI strategy this month, and it has some serious 2023 vibes. It calls for "AI for All" and trust in AI for our collective prosperity. But is that really what we want? 🛋️ Read my reflections in a new op-ed in The Star www.thestar.com/business/opi...

Carney's long overdue 'AI for All' strategy clearly has some catching up to do

Only until Ottawa steps up, accounts for AI harms properly, and provides governance around stewardship, writes Wendy H. Wong, will Canadians fully realize the benefits from digital technology.

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🎉 Congrats again to @smsaideman.bsky.social on receiving the Public Commentary Excellence Award! Check the latest episode of #BattleRhythm! Steve and I had a great conversation discussing the news about Permanent Joint Board on Defence suspension and what it means for US-Canada defence relations.

Steve Saideman@smsaideman.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Episode 4.16 of #BattleRhythm: @profwhw.bsky.social and I discuss the public engagement role of academics and then the news about the Permanent Joint Board on Defense. I then interview Carleton's James Milner about his community engagement, refugee network, and book cdsn.substack.com/p/episode-41...

ICYMI, catch this interview I did on Battle Rhythm with 2026 Pulitzer Prize winner @byrontau.bsky.social about his informative book Means of Control. Congratulations Byron!

Steve Saideman@smsaideman.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Due to my travel, we couldn't get a podcast out this week but we are highlighting @profwhw.bsky.social 's interview with Pulitzer Prize winner Bryon Tau cdsn.substack.com/p/means-of-c... We will be back next week. Congrats to Byron!

Join us May 26 at UBC-Ok for “How Do We Manage in a World of Mis/Disinformation?” with Taylor Owen and Tanu Mitra we'll explore how AI, policy, technology, and human experience shape today’s mis/disinformation landscape. We’d love to see you there! @taylorowen.bsky.social @tanumitra.bsky.social

💬 In this intriguing conversation with Debbie Gamble, I argue that if Canada does not take digital sovereignty seriously, we risk losing control over core elements that are fundamental to our collective values and future. 🎙️ www.interac.ca/en/content/b...

Everyday Trust: ‘Datafication’ and Canada’s digital sovereignty with Wendy Wong

The transition from analog to digital sources of information opened up a new world of possibilities for Canadians and Canadian entities and connected us

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I had so much fun talking about the mundane datafication that is modern life with @melhogan.bsky.social. Thanks again for having me on! And keep listening to Mel's pod! 🎧

Mél Hogan / The Data Fix@melhogan.bsky.social · 6mo ago

This was such a great conversation! Please enjoy! Mundane, with Wendy H. Wong @profwhw.bsky.social pca.st/episode/3aee...

What makes data sticky? And why are they a human rights issue? 📢 Come find out on Saturday! 📢 Virtual tickets are still available! 🎟️ 💻

UBC Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions@ubcdemocracy.bsky.social · 5mo ago

❗Join @profwhw.bsky.social when she delivers her keynote talk, 'We the Data: Human Rights in the Digital Age' at DXC26! Dr. Wong will discuss some of the most salient data governance questions of our digital age. Follow the link for more info! 🔗 www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/we-...

🧵 1/3 Thrilled to share that I've been awarded an @sloanfoundation.bsky.social grant in support of my forthcoming book, Mirrored States: How We Should Govern Big Tech (Penguin Random House, 2027). 🎉

Grants | Alfred P. Sloan Foundation

Our mission is to make the world a better place through the advancement of scientific knowledge.

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🧵 1/4 📢 On human rights and AI: I testified before the Senate's Standing Committee on Human Rights (RIDR) on Jan 23. Full session:

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🗞️The Tumbler Ridge tragedy raises difficult questions about platform responsibility, threat reporting, and the balance between public safety and privacy. Grateful to contribute perspective @vancouversun.bsky.social on the broader governance challenges as policymakers consider next steps.

How much did Open AI know about potential violence in Tumbler Ridge? B.C., Ottawa want to know

The company met with Minister Rick Glumac the day of the Tumbler Ridge shooting and a key adviser of Premier David Eby the day after

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🚨New #OpenAccess piece out in Ethics and International Affairs with David A. Lake! @cambup-polsci.cambridge.org 🧵(1/3) Beyond private and state regulation for AI, what about regulating the actual professionals who develop AI?

Big Tech doesn’t just sell services — it governs daily life. In a new @theglobeandmail.com op-ed, SRI Faculty Affiliate @profwhw.bsky.social argues that platforms function as unelected governors and, accordingly, must be held accountable. 🔗 Read more: www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...

Opinion: Big Tech companies effectively govern our lives. It’s time they’re held accountable for it

These companies govern, unelected, through data-intensive platforms. It’s time we acknowledge that governance explicitly

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#OpenAccess from the new issue of Ethics & International Affairs - Governing Artificial Intelligence: Designing Professional Structures for the Predictive Age - https://cup.org/4kSYa24 - @profwhw.bsky.social & David A. Lake #AI

🗞️ ICYMI: When Big Tech systems fail, everyday life grinds to a halt. That’s not just a tech problem, it’s a governance problem. My recent op-ed in @theglobeandmail.com offers a sneak peek at the argument in my forthcoming book, Mirrored States. 🔗

Opinion: Big Tech companies effectively govern our lives. It’s time they’re held accountable for it

These companies govern, unelected, through data-intensive platforms. It’s time we acknowledge that governance explicitly

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🧵1/5 I have a new op-ed in The Globe and Mail that offers a preview of my next book.

Opinion: Big Tech companies effectively govern our lives. It’s time they’re held accountable for it

These companies govern, unelected, through data-intensive platforms. It’s time we acknowledge that governance explicitly

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@profwhw.bsky.social is super sharp on the state of big tech, so read her G&M piece www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... We need to regulate the tech companies.

(Paywall): Big Tech companies govern, unelected, through data-intensive platforms. It’s time we explicitly acknowledge that, writes @profwhw.bsky.social via @theglobeandmail.com

Opinion: Big Tech companies effectively govern our lives. It’s time they’re held accountable for it

These companies govern, unelected, through data-intensive platforms. It’s time we acknowledge that governance explicitly

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Over the holidays, I had the pleasure of chatting with CBC's Chris Walker on Daybreak South. For me, the most significant development in AI in 2025 was the sensation surrounding LLMs—their promise and their limitations. Listen to the segment on CBCListen's website 🎧

© CBC/Radio-Canada 2026. All rights reserved.

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This whole convo is fantastic - 1.5 hours of very informative chat on climate justice vs the gross economics of tech Ft @naomiaklein.bsky.social @profwhw.bsky.social @profhvdv.bsky.social, hosted at @ccj-ubc.bsky.social youtu.be/27BHQhkK52I

AI and the Politics of Extraction | Centre for Climate Justice

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Naomi Klein@naomiaklein.bsky.social · 9mo ago

AI is a climate issue. AI is a climate crisis.

More Battle Rhythm!! I talk with Linna Tam-Seto about CAF personnel stuff and then @profwhw.bsky.social interviews @madisonschramm.bsky.social about her work on democracies fighting dictators. open.substack.com/pub/cdsn/p/e...

Give a listen - I know you'll enjoy learning from @madisonschramm.bsky.social as much as I did!

Madison Schramm@madisonschramm.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Last month, I had the chance to chat with the incomparable @profwhw.bsky.social about "Why Democracies Fight Dictators" on Battle Rhythm—check it out here!

🚨The video recording of the AI and the Politics of Extraction panel is now live! Watch this fascinating 1.5 hour discussion with @naomiaklein.bsky.social, @profwhw.bsky.social, @mysdick.bsky.social, and @profhvdv.bsky.social as they explore the risks of unfettered AI implementation.

AI and the Politics of Extraction | Centre for Climate Justice

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💬 Reminder to save your spot for "AI and the Politics of Extraction" at UBC's Centre for Climate Justice. I'm on a panel moderated by Carol Liao, and we will be discussing the complex political and legal issues raised by AI-enabled resource extraction. 🗓️Nov. 20 🕰️2-3:30pm 📍In-Person & Zoom

This is happening Wednesday! Come join us at UBC's School of Law, where I will be arguing that we have to move beyond “monopoly” to characterize Big Tech’s outsize influence on modern society. Details about registration at the link below 🔗

Peter A. Allard School of Law - University of British Columbia@allard.ubc.ca · 10mo ago

On Nov 19, join Prof. Wendy H. Wong (@profwhw.bsky.social) as she explores Big Tech’s outsize influence on modern society. Join us in person at Allard Hall or online. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/eve...

Really looking forward to visiting UBC's School of Law! If you're interested in Big Tech and governance, come join us on November 19 (either in-person or virtually!) 👩‍💻

Peter A. Allard School of Law - University of British Columbia@allard.ubc.ca · 10mo ago

On Nov 19, join Prof. Wendy H. Wong (@profwhw.bsky.social) as she explores Big Tech’s outsize influence on modern society. Join us in person at Allard Hall or online. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/eve...