The Federal Trade Commission is launching an investigation into big tech censorship, soliciting feedback from the public about how their speech has been stifled. The FTC believes that big tech companies may be engaging in illegal anti-competitive behavior by censoring Americans without proper notice or explanation.
Key Points
FTC believes big tech companies may be engaging in illegal anti-competitive behavior
Seeking public submissions from victims of tech censorship to investigate practices
Targeting unlawful collusion between big tech platforms and advertising companies
Advocating for the protection of free speech online
Pros
Seeking feedback from the public on tech censorship
Targeting potential illegal anti-competitive behavior by big tech companies
Cons
Potential concerns about transparency and fairness in content moderation by big tech platforms