Morgan Meaker

Morgan Meaker is a senior writer at WIRED, covering Europe and European business from London. She has won awards for her journalism and has been published by various reputable outlets such as the BBC, the Financial Times, The Atlantic, Reuters, The Guardian, Politico, Deutsche Welle, the Danish Broadcasting Corporation and De Correspondent. Before joining WIRED in 2021 she was part of the team that worked on WIRED's award-winning investigation series 'Inside the Suspicion Machine'.

Biography:  https://www.wired.com/author/morgan-meaker/

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally presents biased language in their articles, such as using strong words to describe Elon Musk's actions regarding Twitter and X.
  • The author tends to present the EU's perspective as an authority on matters related to tech companies like X.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The author does not disclose any personal conflicts of interest in their articles.
  • There are no instances of the author being influenced by external factors or having a financial stake in the companies they cover.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author mentions that Elon Musk removed blue checks from some verified users in spring 2024 and then made them available for purchase for $8 a month. However, another article states that paid-for blue checks on X deceive users and are abused by malicious actors.
  • The author also reports contradictory information regarding Tesla's factory in Europe, stating both that approximately 800 activists gathered outside the factory and that hundreds of demonstrators tried to storm it.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • In some cases, the author presents information that could be considered deceptive, such as stating that Anne Hidalgo's swim in the Seine was to prove that the water is clean.
  • The author also reports on instances where Tesla protesters clashed with police and broke into a field near the factory site, while police deny that protesters ever made it to the actual gigafactory.

Recent Articles

Paris Mayor Swims in Clean Seine River Ahead of Olympics

Paris Mayor Swims in Clean Seine River Ahead of Olympics

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swam in the cleaned-up Seine River on July 17, 2024, marking its readiness for swimming pools during the upcoming Olympics. The $1.5 billion engineering project addressed pollution concerns and allowed for safe recreational use near Notre Dame Cathedral.
European Commission Investigates Elon Musk's X Social Media Platform for Deceptive Verification Practices and Data Access Issues

European Commission Investigates Elon Musk's X Social Media Platform for Deceptive Verification Practices and Data Access Issues

Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024 European regulators are investigating Elon Musk's social media platform X for allegedly deceiving users by selling blue checks, previously used to verify influential accounts, to anyone for $8 per month. The EU accuses Musk of infringing on the Digital Services Act and affecting users' ability to make informed decisions about account authenticity. Regulators are also investigating X's data access policies for researchers.
Epic Games' Proposed iOS App Store Rejected by Apple: A Violation of the Digital Markets Act?

Epic Games' Proposed iOS App Store Rejected by Apple: A Violation of the Digital Markets Act?

Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024 Epic Games' attempt to bypass Apple's App Store with a direct download alternative for Fortnite was rejected, sparking controversy over alleged violation of the Digital Markets Act. Epic accused Apple of arbitrary rejection and obstruction.
Clashes Between Protesters and Police at Tesla's Expansion Site Near Berlin: Environmental Concerns and Production Halts

Clashes Between Protesters and Police at Tesla's Expansion Site Near Berlin: Environmental Concerns and Production Halts

Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 Protesters clashed with police during a five-day demonstration against Tesla's expansion plans near Berlin, Germany. Approximately 800 activists argued against the planned clearing of forested areas and straining of water supply. Tesla shut down the factory in anticipation of protests, which had previously been closed due to an arson attack. Protesters contradicted claims they hadn't reached Tesla property and were living in a forest encampment nearby. Police intervened, leading to injuries and arrests, while Elon Musk denied protesters had reached the property.

EU Sets Precedent with Comprehensive AI Regulation

Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023 The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on the world's first comprehensive set of rules to govern Artificial Intelligence (AI), known as the AI Act. The AI Act includes obligations for high-impact AI systems, transparency requirements, and the right for citizens to launch complaints. The AI Act also includes bans on biometric systems that identify people based on sensitive characteristics, with safeguards and exemptions for law enforcement use of these systems. Companies that fail to comply with the rules can be fined up to seven percent of their global turnover.