Is Zoom ethical?

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Speech & moderation Allegation

Zoom is accused of refusing to host a Palestinian activist speech

Zoom is accused of refusing to host a speech by a controversial Palestinian activist, citing its company policy.

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business-humanrights.org
And just as social media companies draw critics' ire when they flag a post or ban a user, Zoom is now being accused of censorship after refusing to host a speech by a controversial Palestinian activist.

Speech & moderation Confirmed

Zoom CEO Eric Yuan promotes free speech

Zoom CEO Eric Yuan stated 'We’ll do all we can to promote free speech' in response to criticism over encryption and privacy.

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time.com
‘We’ll Do All We Can to Promote Free Speech,’ Says Zoom CEO Eric Yuan After Criticism on Encryption and Privacy"

Privacy & surveillance Confirmed

Eric Yuan raises alarm over Zoom's encryption plans

Eric Yuan, Zoom's CEO, raised alarm by stating Zoom planned to exclude free calls from end-to-end encryption to allow potential cooperation with law enforcement.

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theguardian.com
Eric Yuan, the company’s CEO, raised alarm among privacy advocates on Wednesday by saying Zoom planned to exclude free calls from end-to-end encryption so as to leave open the possibility of working with law enforcement.

Workplace equity Confirmed

Zoom lays off DEI team

Zoom laid off its DEI team, cutting back on diversity and inclusion initiatives.

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fastcompany.com
Zoom laid off its DEI team—and it’s not the only company making such cuts
Zoom laid off its DEI team—and it's not the only company making cuts