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The US presidential election is approaching quickly, and anxieties about disinformation on social media are skyrocketing. But is the focus on misleading #generativeAI content overblown? Read the latest article from Public Knowledge Policy Analyst?Morgan Wilsmann on how clear, consistent content moderation can lead to a healthier information landscape: https://lnkd.in/eudtRGtv

From Adobe Firefly to Google's Gemini, digital platforms are increasingly becoming producers of #generativeAI content. But what does this mean for competition? The merging of existing market dominance of power players in the tech industry with generative AI technology presents new challenges for maintaining a healthy, competitive internet landscape. Read the latest article from Public Knowledge Policy Counsel and competition expert Elise Phillips and Senior Policy Counsel Meredith Rose at the link below: https://lnkd.in/ebmVQdUd

The Federal Trade Commission's report on privacy practices of tech companies contains alarming results, detailing the tracking and surveillance of users and non-users alike. But none of this comes as a surprise. Consumer advocates have been ringing the alarm for years on the risk these practices pose to consumer privacy and digital equity, only to be met with promises from #BigTech companies that they will self-regulate. But as the report shows, when it comes to protecting consumers or pursuing a profit, profit often comes first. Read the breakdown in the latest article from Public Knowledge Policy Analyst Morgan Wilsmann at the link below: https://lnkd.in/ehe4tjJb

Join us in New Mexico for an event on furthering digital equity! On Tuesday, October 8 at 2 pm MDT, join Public Knowledge, National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA), and UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS) at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder for a panel event discussing innovative solutions for closing the #DigitalDivide and fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and connected future. Register today at the link below:

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The 21st Annual IP3 Awards is coming soon! On September 26, 2024 at 6:30 pm, join Public Knowledge at the Ronald Reagan Buiding for a prestigious ceremony honoring trailblazers in the fields of Intellectual Property, Information Policy, & Internet Protocol. This year, we're excited to celebrate Geoffrey Starks, Commissioner at the Federal Communications Commission; Caitriona Fitzgerald, Deputy Director at Electronic Privacy Information Center; Jonathan Band, Copyright and Policy Lawyer; and Angela Siefer, executive director of the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) Inclusion Alliance. Grab your tickets today to join us in celebrating their achievements at the link below!

International travel can be stressful, and knowing you can use your phone abroad is one less thing to worry about. But having a locked cell phone can complicate things. Unlocked phones mean more competition, less e-waste, and better options for all consumers, and the Federal Communications Commission's proposed phone unlocking rule is an important step forward towards making this a reality. Read our latest article from Public Knowledge Fellow Peter Gregory: https://lnkd.in/eDTTKsyy

As the saying goes, "measure twice, cut once." And when it comes to the success of National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)'s BEAD program, this is essential. The BEAD program was designed to be a long-term solution to close the #DigitalDivide, a process that will require precise, thoughtful planning and time — not simply speedy deployment. Read the latest from Public Knowledge Broadband Policy Director Alisa Valentin, Ph.D. at the link below: https://lnkd.in/eJhm5mSH

The chaotic transition to streaming for sports content has left many looking for "skinny bundles" to simplify their subscriptions — but as new services emerge, we need new policies to ensure competition is protected. Read the latest article from Public Knowledge Legal Director John Bergmayer on why simply banning anti-competitive ventures like Venu isn't enough to make the sports streaming marketplace fairer to consumers: https://lnkd.in/eAwUaGVR

What does Supreme Court's decision in the NetChoice case mean for the future of content moderation laws? Public Knowledge Legal Director John Bergmayer explains in his latest blog post. https://lnkd.in/eBydfw8j