Jason Sattizahn
Jason Sattizahn is a former Meta employee who has come forward as a whistleblower, alleging that the company covered up internal safety research indicating harm to children using its virtual reality products. He claims that Meta prioritized engagement and profitability over the safety of underage users, manipulating research findings to suppress evidence of risks such as grooming and harassment.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 | 6.67 | 0.13% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 95,127 | $2,700,000 | 3,783$ |
| Costa Rica | 1 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 3,830 | $62,000 | 47$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 7,886 | $240,000 | 186$ |
| Estonia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 994 | $31,000 | 23$ |
| Totals | 6 | 84,503,377 | 107,837 | $3,033,000 | 4,039$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Jason Sattizahn testified before the US Senate about Meta covering up potential harms to children.
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Estonia:
Jason Sattizahn, a former Meta employee, testified that the company knowingly concealed risks associated with virtual reality products for children.
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Portugal:
Jason Sattizahn testified that Meta suppressed critical research on the risks faced by children using its virtual reality devices.
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Costa Rica:
Jason Sattizahn stated that it is clear Meta is unable to change without being forced by Congress.
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United Kingdom:
Jason Sattizahn alleged that Meta covered up potential harms to children stemming from its VR products.
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United Kingdom:
Jason Sattizahn, one of the whistleblowers, alleged that Meta manipulated research and erased data regarding child safety.
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