Meta Faces Backlash Over Memoir Alleging Misconduct and Ethical Failures

Sarah Wynn-Williams’ bestseller 'Careless People' details alleged corporate malpractice at Meta, as the company enforces a gag order and denies the claims.

• Sarah Wynn-Williams’ memoir, 'Careless People,' accuses Meta of unethical practices, including offering surveillance tools to China and ignoring platform-enabled violence in Myanmar and India.
• The book alleges a toxic workplace culture at Meta, including misogyny, sexual harassment, and unethical leadership decisions prioritizing growth over ethics.
• Meta has issued a gag order against Wynn-Williams, citing a non-disparagement agreement, and publicly dismissed the memoir as containing false claims.
• Wynn-Williams filed a whistleblower complaint with U.S. authorities in 2024 regarding Meta’s controversial dealings in China, further intensifying scrutiny of the company.
• The memoir’s release has sparked broader discussions on whistleblower protections, corporate accountability, and the real-world consequences of Big Tech practices.

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