This Week in Tech (Audio) TWiT 1031: My 3 Friends - The FTC Gets Busy
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May 12, 2025 
Joining the discussion are Stacey Higginbotham, a tech journalist and policy fellow at Consumer Reports; Wesley Faulkner, a community builder and tech enthusiast; and Shoshana Weissmann, head of digital media at R Street Institute. They dive into Apple's legal battles and Google's antitrust issues, advocating for comprehensive privacy legislation. The conversation also touches on the FTC's ban on hidden fees and the complex dynamics of AI in society. Expect humor mixed with insights about technology's role in our lives and the ongoing push for accountability in the tech world.
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Google Monopoly Remedies Dilemma
- Google faces multiple remedies for its monopoly including selling Chrome or licensing search data.
- Remedies risk unintended consequences like harming Firefox, a key competitor.
Cap Google's Market Share
- Set a clear market share cap, e.g. at 80%, for Google to encourage competition.
- Force Google to reduce dominance by investing in competitors like Mozilla and ceasing anti-competitive practices.
Big Tech Enforcement Swings
- Big Tech regulation varies by administration and political favor, causing inconsistent enforcement.
- Enforcement is linked to who the government dislikes rather than consistent rule application.
