Sun Sep 15 16:51:12 UTC 2024: ## Israeli Tech Takes Aim at Online Antisemitism at “Hack the Hate” Conference
**Tel Aviv, Israel** – The “Hack the Hate – Israeli Tech Against Online Antisemitism” conference, held on September 10th, brought together tech giants, diplomats, politicians, and industry leaders to address the growing threat of online antisemitism. The conference, organized by the 8200 Alumni Association and Generative AI for Good, emphasized the urgent need for collaboration to combat this global issue.
“This fight is a modern version of David versus Goliath,” stated Chen Shmilo, CEO of the 8200 Alumni Association, highlighting the ease with which online hate spreads. “We have boldness, creativity, and a firm belief that we can knock down this evil.”
Shiran Mlamdovsky Somech, CEO and founder of Generative AI for Good, stressed the strategic nature of online hate campaigns, stating, “These forces have a long-term strategy and vast resources… they’re weaponizing AI technology, making hate far more scalable and dangerous.”
The conference featured two main panels. The first explored the use of AI to combat disinformation, deepfakes, and hate speech, while the second focused on utilizing EdTech and fundraising to promote tolerance and education.
Eran Yariv, Partner Group Engineering Manager at Microsoft AI, Israel, provided insights on the dangers of deepfake technology, but also highlighted its potential for positive use.
The conference, which saw overwhelming demand from attendees, served as a call to action. “We touched an exposed nerve,” said Mlamdovsky Somech. “There’s a widespread understanding that we’re facing global security threats, and people want to help. This is just the first step.”
The “Hack the Hate” conference showcased the power of Israeli tech innovation in addressing online antisemitism. With the growing global concern over this issue, the conference highlighted the crucial role of technology in fostering tolerance and combating online hate.
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