‘If I felt Zuckerberg and Sandberg were monsters, I wouldn’t have worked at Meta’: Nick Clegg on tech bros, AI and Starmer’s half measures

Nick Clegg, the former deputy prime minister of Britain, has taken on a job at Meta (the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp). In this article, Clegg discusses his experiences in the tech world, the "cloying conformity" he has encountered, and his reasons for believing that social media can be a force for good. Clegg acknowledges the criticisms of Meta and its leadership, but he argues that he would not have taken the job if he truly believed Zuckerberg and Sandberg were "monsters." He also touches on the rumours of his wife's political ambitions in Spain, where she has started a non-profit organization to involve citizens in policymaking. The article provides insights into Clegg's perspective on the tech industry and his role at Meta, as well as the personal and professional considerations that have shaped his decisions. While the article is focused on Clegg's experiences, it offers a balanced and unbiased account of his views on the technology sector and its impact.