Understanding Internet Censorship and Privacy

The video discusses the case of Sha Chow, a Chinese journalist imprisoned for sharing state secrets, and the US Congress's reaction to Yahoo's cooperation with China. It explores censorship issues in Vietnam and the Global Network Initiative's efforts to protect online privacy. The Global Online Freedom Act is introduced, followed by a panel discussion on internet censorship and corporate responsibility. The video concludes with a simulation of an international conference on free speech online.

What was the main reason for Sha Chow's imprisonment?

• He hacked into government databases.

• He criticized the Chinese government publicly.

• He participated in a protest against the government.

• He shared sensitive information with a foreign NGO.

What is the primary goal of the Global Network Initiative?

• To establish a global internet censorship policy.

• To regulate internet companies' market practices.

• To protect online privacy and freedom of expression.

• To promote internet access in developing countries.

Which companies were initially involved in the Global Network Initiative?

• IBM, Intel, and Cisco

• Twitter, LinkedIn, and Snapchat

• Apple, Facebook, and Amazon

• Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft

What is a significant challenge faced by the Global Online Freedom Act?

• It conflicts with international trade agreements.

• It lacks support from major tech companies.

• It only targets a few specific countries.

• It has been rejected by the United Nations.

How does the Global Online Freedom Act propose to address internet censorship?

• By imposing fines on non-compliant companies.

• By promoting self-regulation among internet companies.

• By creating a global internet governance body.

• By using law to restrict data sharing with oppressive regimes.

What was Google's stance on editorial control over content?

• Google never engages in editorial control.

• Google uses AI to automatically remove illegal content.

• Google only moderates content in the US.

• Google actively moderates all content.

What is a potential benefit of the Global Network Initiative (GNI)?

• It eliminates all forms of internet censorship.

• It provides a framework for international internet governance.

• It allows companies to bypass local laws.

• It guarantees privacy for all internet users.

During the simulated conference, what was the main concern of the Vietnamese government?

• Ensuring economic growth.

• Improving internet infrastructure.

• Maintaining control over state secrets.

• Promoting free speech.

What was Amnesty International's proposed solution to protect bloggers?

• Blocking all internet access in oppressive countries.

• Creating a network of pro bono lawyers.

• Implementing a global internet shutdown.

• Allowing governments to censor content freely.

What was the role of the United States Congress in the conference simulation?

• To enforce international internet laws.

• To review information requests from foreign governments.

• To provide financial aid to internet companies.

• To negotiate trade deals with Vietnam.