TechTonic Justice

Our community has asked for training on responding to the ways in which AI is being used unfairly — by government agencies, landlords, and other opposing parties. In response to these needs, LAAC is partnering with Kevin De Liban, Founder and President of TechTonic Justice, to present this webinar on opposing these harmful practices and advocating for regulation and improved practices involving AI. Innovating Injustice: How AI Harms Low-Income Communities  July 23, 2025 12:00 - 1:30 PM, 1.5 hours general MCLE credit Register here: https://lnkd.in/gFjqVgxJ LAAC is an approved multi-activity MCLE provider (Provider #2303). For any accommodation requests, please email Yoselyne Cerros at ycerros@laaconline.org.

Lots of other important things happening in the world, but, if you want to understand the threat AI poses to all of us, starting with low-income folks, watch/listen my appearance on CXOTalk a couple weeks back. Host Michael Krigsman and the keen audience prompted a lot of discussion about (1) where AI is used to make decisions, (2) how AI differs from previous methods of making decisions, (3) the not-inevitability of AI, and (4) how technical fights about AI obscure the important political dimensions of it, particularly in light of the current authoritarian moment the U.S. faces with the president and his administration. It gets at the heart of TechTonic Justice’s work. Watch/listen and let me know what you think! #CXOTalk https://lnkd.in/gAGZiwi5

Just a reminder that TechTonic Justice has 3 positions we’re hiring for. (1) Digital Content Creator Intern (15 hours per week / $350 per week….Deadline this Friday)! If you’re passionate about digital storytelling, analytics, and building online content—we want to hear from you! This is your chance to gain hands-on experience in a startup environment at the intersection of tech and economic justice. Application here: https://lnkd.in/g_p3U5Hb (2) Experienced Attorney ($95K-$125K / July 1 deadline). We’re looking for someone with 5+ years of experience in a high-volume, civil legal aid setting to build out our ability to train, provide strategic support, and, eventually, litigate. More info and application instructions: https://lnkd.in/g_GnEgkt (3) Operations Manager ($90K-$120K / July 1 deadline). We want someone with 7+ years of experience to help us manage all the key parts of running the organization (with support from outside accountants and lawyers): finances, HR, board relations, policies, etc. More info and application instructions: https://lnkd.in/gfKtKCx2

Super excited to be included in this wonderful series for anyone wanting to better understand the present dangers of the collusion between Big Tech and the administration. Each of the short essays in the series can be read in a few minutes. Various topics will be covered over the next couple weeks, including the myth of artificial general intelligence, the challenges of using AI to reform government, the use of child safety as a trojan horse to enable censorship, and much, much more. My own essay discussing how AI threatens the stability and resources needed for meaningful democratic participation should be dropping in the next couple days. Many thanks to Tech Policy Press and Data & Society Research Institute for pulling together this project! The series incorporates so many important voices and issues.The first articles are up today, so go check them out! https://lnkd.in/gi-QfDMy

I’m excited to invite you to a meaningful conversation on combatting the harms of AI that TechTonic Justice and I are hosting on June 10 with my friends at Spitfire. Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t only about robots and ChatGPT; it’s also quietly making decisions that seriously affect people’s lives. Who gets housing, health care, education and even a second chance. And when these systems get it wrong (which they often do), it’s folks with the fewest resources who get hit the hardest. In this session, I’ll share how the government, banks, businesses and employers are using AI to make high-stakes decisions about people’s lives without their knowledge or consent and what we can do to push back. I hope you’ll join me and maybe bring a friend too. You can register for the session at this link: https://lnkd.in/gR6MeAY4

A powerful report from Kevin De Liban of TechTonic Justice reveals that AI systems now make decisions affecting the access to healthcare, housing, and employment of 92 million Americans. Kevin is a genuine crusader against algorithmic inequality and injustice. His findings challenge fundamental assumptions about algorithmic efficiency and accountability. On CXOTalk episode 882, we'll explore the gap between AI's promise and its implementation reality, examining cases where major vendors repeatedly delivered systems that caused mass harm while avoiding traditional oversight mechanisms. Join us for a conversation that moves beyond the hype to examine what responsible AI deployment actually requires and learn key lessons for your business. DATE: Friday May 30 TIME: 1:00 ET / 10:00 PT #LIPostingDayMay