Kashmir Hill
About Kashmir Hill
Kashmir Hill is a technology reporter currently working at The New York Times, where she covers the implications of technology on society. She has authored the book 'Your Face Belongs To Us' and has reported extensively on facial recognition technology and its associated risks.
Current Role at The New York Times
Kashmir Hill has been working as a Technology Reporter at The New York Times since 2019. In this role, she focuses on the implications of technology on society, particularly issues surrounding privacy and surveillance. Her reporting includes in-depth analysis of technology trends and their potential risks, contributing to public discourse on these critical topics.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before her current position, Kashmir Hill held various roles in journalism. She served as a Senior Editor at Fusion from 2014 to 2017, where she led the technology vertical. Additionally, she worked at Forbes Magazine as a Senior Online Editor from 2010 to 2014. Her earlier experiences include editing at True/Slant and Breaking Media, as well as internships at The New York Times and Washington Examiner.
Education and Expertise
Kashmir Hill studied at Duke University from 1999 to 2003, earning her undergraduate degree. She furthered her education at New York University, where she obtained a Master's degree in Journalism from 2008 to 2010. This educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her reporting on technology and its societal impacts.
Authorship and Publications
Kashmir Hill authored the book 'Your Face Belongs To Us,' which examines the implications of facial recognition technology. She is currently working on a new book about facial recognition technology, set to be published by Random House. Her writing often addresses the risks associated with technology and explores strategies to mitigate potential negative outcomes.
Reporting on Facial Recognition Technology
Kashmir Hill has reported extensively on facial recognition technology, highlighting its potential for misuse, including wrongful arrests, as seen in her coverage of incidents in Detroit. Her work raises awareness about the ethical implications of surveillance technologies and contributes to ongoing discussions about privacy and civil liberties.