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Elon Musk must go

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 15 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media Free speech Political Influence National Security Government Regulation
  1. Elon Musk's actions on Twitter have led to significant backlash and calls for him to step down.
  2. There is a dependency on Twitter for promotion and engagement within certain industries, like journalism
  3. Users are considering a #TwitterStrike as a way to address the issues with Elon Musk's influence on the platform.

Ban TikTok? Maybe. Force them to reveal basic data? Definitely

12challenges • 3 HN points • 14 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Data Transparency Social media Legislation Online Content Government Regulation
  1. Imposing transparency on platforms like TikTok is crucial to understand the information users are exposed to.
  2. Legislations like the EU's DSA and the US's PATA aim to force platforms to reveal their top content for scrutiny.
  3. Access to real-time data on top content viewed on platforms like TikTok is essential for researchers and policymakers.

The Office of Space Commerce: Coming to Terms with Space Operations

Ill-Defined Space • 9 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Government Regulation International relations
  1. The lack of effective space traffic management poses risks in the space industry.
  2. There are international challenges in space operations due to different approaches and lack of cooperation.
  3. The Office of Space Commerce is addressing concerns such as technology shortfalls, international collaboration, economic impact, regulatory challenges, and operator responsibilities.
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Don't Ban TikTok Just Because it's a Flaming Planet of Dinosaur Shit

I Might Be Wrong • 1 implied HN point • 19 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Social media Privacy Government Regulation
  1. There are various reasons to dislike TikTok beyond its content, like how it impacts the comedy industry and news integrity.
  2. The decision to ban TikTok should be focused on its potential ties to the Chinese government, rather than just its content.
  3. Banning social media platforms should have a specific, well-considered rationale to avoid setting a precedent that could be misused.

Chia sẻ dữ liệu dân cư: nguy cơ và gợi ý

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 07 Jul 18
🕹 Technology Data Privacy Government Regulation Cybersecurity
  1. Be cautious when sharing personal data like ID details to prevent identity theft or unauthorized use by hackers.
  2. Personally Identifiable Information (PII) from official documents can be used to link various data sources, potentially compromising privacy.
  3. Improving data sharing protocols by requiring a confirmation from individuals before sharing personal information can enhance transparency and data control.

Dawn of a New Era

Matt’s Five Points • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 12
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Protests Government Regulation Political Power
  1. Protests like going dark can grab attention and get people to call their representatives, showing the political power of the Internet. However, it's possible this could lead to more government regulation of the Internet.
  2. Websites taking direct action, like shutting down, can change how people view them and their influence. If they use their power in politics, they could face strong government responses.
  3. It's important to be cautious when exercising power online. The more websites act like political players, the more likely they are to be treated as such, which could lead to unwanted regulation.

Should opinion polls be banned during elections?

Michelle Rempel Garner • 0 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Polls Voter Engagement Government Regulation
  1. Election polls can influence election results through bandwagon effects and validation of voter behavior.
  2. Enforcing a ban on publishing election polls before election days is impractical and could lead to unintended consequences.
  3. Instead of banning election polls, focus on improving voter engagement, addressing barriers to voting, and providing more information to voters for a healthier democracy.

Denmark Came For Your Sugar and Trans Fats, Now They Are Coming For Your Saturated Fat. When They Come for You, Will There Be Any Macronutrient Left to Object on Your Behalf?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 08 Oct 11
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Government Regulation Public Health Individual Rights
  1. Denmark has implemented taxes on trans fats, sugary junk food, and now saturated fats, leading to a debate on the government's role in regulating our diets.
  2. Traditional societies show a mix of collectivist ideals and individualistic freedoms when it comes to food choices and societal structure.
  3. As governments consider taxes on specific food components, such as saturated fats, it sparks discussions on personal responsibility, experimentation, and the influence of politics over science in dietary regulations.