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Colin Lecher
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Reporter, The Markup
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The Markup
The Markup is a nonprofit investigative journalism organization based in New York City, founded in 2018. It focuses on data-driven reporting that examines the societal impact of technology. The organization aims to hold tech companies accountable and drive policy changes through actionable, evidence-based journalism. Led by CEO Nabiha Syed and editor-in-chief Sisi Wei, The Markup was founded by notable figures including Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Julia Angwin. The organization has received significant funding, including a $20 million gift from Craigslist founder Craig Newmark, and grants from various foundations. It operates under Markup News Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and has been recognized for its financial health and transparency. The Markup publishes in-depth reports on tech industry practices and develops methodologies for auditing algorithms and tracking digital inequities. Its investigations have influenced policy discussions and prompted legal actions, making it a valuable resource for policymakers, academics, and the public interested in technology accountability.
New York, New York, United States
+1 347-717-4094
Founded: 2018