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Jill Lepore urges publishers to declare independence from Big Tech

Jill Lepore, speaking at the Frankfurt Book Fair, urged publishers to assert their independence from large technology companies. She emphasized the importance of publishers maintaining their own distinct identity and control over their content and platforms. AI

IMPACT Encourages publishers to consider their relationship with technology platforms and maintain editorial control.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece by a named credible voice at an industry event.

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Jill Lepore urges publishers to declare independence from Big Tech

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · sewigget ·

    Be warned. https://www. publishersweekly.com/pw/by-top ic/international/Frankfurt-Book-Fair/article/101467-frankfurt-book-fair-2026-jill-lepore-urges-publishers

    Be warned. https://www. publishersweekly.com/pw/by-top ic/international/Frankfurt-Book-Fair/article/101467-frankfurt-book-fair-2026-jill-lepore-urges-publishers-to-declare-their-independence-from-big-tech.html?oly_enc_id=8919D2536889C6S # AI # JillLepore # FrankfurtBookFair # wri…