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Creating Safer Online Spaces: The Arwen Approach with Matt McGrory

Summary: In this conversation, Matt shares his journey from a tech industry veteran to the founder of Arwen AI, an AI-driven platform aimed at moderating social media content to create a safer online environment. He discusses the challenges of toxicity on social media, the balance between freedom of speech and online safety, and the importance of educating the next generation about media literacy. Matt also highlights the role of policy makers in shaping online discourse and the strategies for building relationships with recognizable brands. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Arwen and Background 04:41 The Role of AI in Moderation 07:57 Engagement and Brand Safety in Social Media 10:49 Addressing Toxicity and Freedom of Speech 13:33 The Impact of Online Abuse on Athletes 16:46 Policy Making and Online Safety 19:37 Building a Business in the B2B Space 33:01 Targetting the Right Clients 35.00 Leveraging Networks for Growth 39:04 Navigating the Enterprise Sales Process 41:58 Expanding into the US Market 43:07 Future Outlook and Industry Trends www.linkedin.com/in/mmcgrory www.arwen.ai

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