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Why America’s Internet Sucks

Apr 13, 2024
Tech writer Shira Ovide joins to discuss America's internet issues, YouTube's media empire, and AI toothbrushes. Plus segment: OpenAI and ChatGPT training. Explore the lack of transparency in the US internet sector, regulatory challenges, and the rise of YouTube TV. Delve into AI consumer products, revenue generation for consulting firms, and the impact of drug advertisements on internet costs.
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  • Limited competition and lax regulation contribute to high internet costs in the US.
  • Introduction of broadband nutrition labels enhances transparency in Internet service plans.

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High costs of Internet service in the US

The lack of competition and ineffective regulation leads to high costs of Internet service in the US, with users having little information about fair pricing and service quality. Various factors contribute to this issue, including local monopolies, poor government oversight, and a lack of transparency in pricing.

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