Gutsy Wired Editor Shakes Up the Tech World
Wired's new editor-in-chief Katie Drummond is fearlessly taking on the tech industry with hard-hitting political reporting, transforming the publication into a must-read.
Katie Drummond, the new editor-in-chief of Wired magazine, is shaking up the tech world with her fearless and unapologetic approach to journalism. Since taking the helm in 2020, Drummond has steered the publication towards a more aggressive political reporting stance, unafraid to tackle the controversial issues that have long been swept under the rug by the tech industry.
Drummond's arrival at Wired marked a significant shift in the magazine's editorial direction. Gone are the days of soft-focus profiles and product reviews - instead, Drummond has pushed her team to dive deep into the political implications of the tech sector, holding Silicon Valley's elite accountable for their actions and the impact their products have on society.
One of Drummond's most high-profile moves was the publication's in-depth investigation into the Facebook Files scandal, which exposed the social media giant's knowledge of the harm its platforms were causing, particularly to young users. The series earned Wired widespread acclaim and solidified the magazine's reputation as a go-to source for hard-hitting tech journalism.
But Drummond's willingness to take on the tech industry has also drawn the ire of some of the very figures she's targeting. Tech CEOs and their loyal followers have lashed out at Wired, accusing the magazine of harboring an anti-tech bias and failing to understand the nuances of the industry.
Drummond, however, remains undaunted. She believes that Wired's role is to challenge the status quo and hold the powerful accountable, even if it means ruffling a few feathers in the process.
Source: The New York Times
