Anna Wiener

Anna Wiener is a prominent American writer, best known for her work in technology and culture. She currently serves as a tech correspondent for The New Yorker, where she covers topics related to startup culture and technology. Wiener was born and raised in Brooklyn, and after graduating, she moved to San Francisco at the age of 25 in search of a career in the tech industry. Before her move, she had worked in publishing but felt that her career in that field lacked momentum.

Wiener's debut book, a memoir titled "Uncanny Valley," was released in 2020 and chronicles her time spent working in the world of Silicon Valley startups. The book has been praised for its candid and insightful portrayal of the tech industry, and it has become a New York Times bestseller. Prior to her work at The New Yorker, Wiener held various positions in the tech industry, including roles in customer support and product management. However, after becoming disillusioned with the industry's response to the leaking of classified information by Edward Snowden, she decided to leave her job and pursue a career in writing. Since then, Wiener has become a leading voice in the conversation around tech culture, shedding light on the inner workings of the industry and its impact on society.