Sarah Perez, the most recently become accomplished reporter at TechCrunch since August 2011, whose never-ending contributions to technology journalism form a deep and convoluted tree of awesomeness. Her background in info tech spans banking, retail, and software. This experience provides her a unique perspective that informs her reporting.
Before coming to TechCrunch, Perez spent more than three years at ReadWriteWeb, where she learned the craft of technology journalism. And with her comprehensive lens of experience, she’s uniquely able to dissect the fast-paced and dynamic technology sector with a view that’s rare and compelling.
Just last week, Perez was in San Francisco for Tech Crunch’s 2025 Mobility conference from Oct 27-29. From inspiring keynotes to lively panels and workshops, the event explored the future of technology and innovation. This event was a potent reminder of the power that journalists wield in crafting the narrative around new technological innovations.
In her short time reporting on the beat, Perez has fearlessly taken to tackling some of the most controversial issues plaguing the world of tech. Looking back at the intersection of copyright and innovation, she said,
“Some voices in the tech industry believe copyright should be abolished. We don’t. Musicians’ rights matter. Copyright is essential.”
This point of view shines through in her dedication to covering stories that impact the industry as well as the greater public who is increasingly its stakeholders. She has challenged the music community to work together to do better. That kind of collaboration will be essential for addressing the major challenges that artificial intelligence poses.
If the music industry doesn’t take the helm in this pivotal moment, AI-powered transformation will occur somewhere else entirely —without rights, consent and compensation. Alongside rightsholders, artists, and songwriters, we are committing tremendously real investments in responsible AI research and product development, she said, leading Mizrahi to point out, in an example of how she pushes for responsible innovation.
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