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| 2:00 pm | Mounting Pressure on Internet Intermediaries: Has Something Gotta Give?
Panelists: Online service providers, ISPs, and other "intermediaries" play an essential role in the Internet ecosystem. These entities help drive the Internet economy, but some are questioning their roles and responsibilities. Looking beyond the copyright wars, intermediaries on the Internet are increasingly being asked to play a "man in the middle" role to control content posted by users. Whether to protect privacy or reduce defamation or unwanted conduct, should intermediaries have to police their users? How important are intermediary protections (like "Section 230") to innovation and competition on the Internet? |
* Subject to change. More panels and keynotes may be added. Contact Cat Matsuda for more information.
This is a widely attended event hosted by the Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee (ICAC), part of a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. The ICAC is a private sector organization comprised of public interest groups, trade associations, non-profits, and industry leaders. The diversity of ICAC membership ensures that all educational events and initiatives are fair and balanced forums for Internet-related discussion. The ICAC does not promote any particular policy position.