The Progressive Regulator Winning Over the Populist Right
Interesting Times with Ross Douthat
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Antitrust Tensions: Meta and the Future of Regulation
This chapter examines the antitrust case against Meta, exploring the legality of its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp and the potential impact of breaking up the company. It discusses the implications for competition, privacy, and the evolving power dynamics in the tech industry, particularly concerning children's safety and societal well-being. The conversation highlights the need for robust regulations in the digital landscape to protect public values and preserve democratic integrity amid corporate dominance.
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