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Independent reporting on AI, social platforms, and technology governance, examining how decisions inside powerful companies affect workers, public debate, and everyday life.
Perimeter People / Newsletter author · Platformer
Casey Newton founded Platformer in 2020 after a decade covering Silicon Valley for The Verge, CNET, and the San Francisco Chronicle. He reports on technology companies, their governance, and their effects on people. His work on content moderation was a finalist for the 2020 National Magazine Award.
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Independent reporting on AI, social platforms, and technology governance, examining how decisions inside powerful companies affect workers, public debate, and everyday life.
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Profile checked September 18, 2026. Editorial notes are Perimeter’s interpretation.