Platformer is Casey Newton’s independent newsletter on technology, started in 2020 after he left The Verge. Casey covers the major tech platforms — Meta, X, Google, TikTok — with a focus on their social and political effects. He’s one of the most plugged-in reporters in tech, regularly breaking scoops and publishing original reporting.
What to Expect
Several issues a week, mixing breaking news, longer reported features, and analysis. Casey has deep sourcing inside the major platforms and covers content moderation, trust and safety, regulatory fights, and the decisions that shape what billions of people see online. The writing is clear and the reporting is original.
Who It’s For
Anyone who wants to understand the big tech platforms beyond the press releases — journalists, policy professionals, tech workers, and people who follow the industry closely. Essential if you care about how platforms are governed and what that means for society.
Frequency: Several times per week