De Balie Podcast

Together with Meredith Whittaker, President of Signal, we explore the dynamics of tech, power and surveillance. We speak with Whittaker about her work establishing Signal, the challenges of navigating the tech industry as a woman and the possible effects of the recent American election on the tech sector.In today’s digital age, technology companies wield unprecedented power over our personal lives, collecting vast amounts of data that fuel surveillance practices and shape our online experiences. Few understand these dynamics better than Meredith Whittaker, who co-founded Signal to provide a private, secure messaging alternative.Beyond her work on Signal, Whittaker made headlines with the Google Walkout, a large-scale protest against workplace harassment, gender inequality, and unethical practices in tech—a bold move in an industry that often prioritizes profit over ethics. Her experience navigating these spaces raises questions about the responsibilities of tech giants and the courage needed to challenge esta