Ground News Platform Aims to Counter Algorithmic Bias in News Consumption
Ground News, a platform co-founded by a former NASA engineer and a Bain consultant, is working to provide users with a way to compare news sources and understand media bias, thereby breaking free from traditional algorithms. The platform's mobile app, web app, and browser extension are designed to help users engage with news beyond their typical filter bubbles. Unlike many news organizations, Ground News states it does not align with any specific political ideology. Furthermore, it distinguishes itself from most tech platforms by not relying on algorithms to retain users for advertising purposes. Instead, Ground News is supported by its readers who subscribe to gain a more nuanced understanding of current events. The company is actively seeking a Senior Data Engineer to build the analytical foundation for its operations, focusing on scalable data models and infrastructure across AWS and GCP.