On the 23rd of May, 2023, WalkFree unveiled their latest Global Slavery Index, casting a spotlight on the tech industry’s substantial dependence on potentially forced labor, a factor contributing significantly to the $468 billion worth of goods at risk due to importation. From the production of electronics in China and Malaysia to the manufacture of solar panels and the extraction of raw materials, there is an urgent need for increased transparency and proactive measures.
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