'Wild West' Days of Internet Over, Sen. Warner Says

'Wild West' Days of Internet Over, Sen. Warner Says

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The transcript discusses a new bill aimed at regulating social media, focusing on manipulative practices and privacy. It highlights the need for industry standards and the role of the FTC. The bill is bipartisan, with influences from GDPR. Challenges in US legislation are noted, with comparisons to EU and Australian regulations. The discussion includes tech companies' responses and the importance of balanced regulation. The transcript concludes with a critique of the Attorney General's handling of the Mueller investigation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the bill introduced in the first section?

To increase taxes on social media companies

To address manipulative behaviors and dark patterns

To promote social media advertising

To ban social media for children

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the FTC in the proposed bill?

To act as a fallback regulator

To provide financial support to social media companies

To create new social media platforms

To manage social media advertising

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which model is being considered for privacy legislation in the US?

The Australian model

The Chinese model

The European GDPR model

The Canadian model

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern if the US does not implement a unified regulatory approach?

Increased social media usage

More social media platforms

A patchwork of regulations

Higher taxes on tech companies

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries have already implemented challenging rules and regulations around content?

Brazil and Argentina

Australia and the EU

Canada and Mexico

India and China

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's opinion on the Attorney General's handling of the Mueller report?

Unaware and uninformed

Indifferent and neutral

Disappointed and critical

Supportive and approving

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the role of Russia in the US elections according to the speaker?

Supporting both candidates equally

Remaining neutral

Acting on behalf of Trump against Clinton

Supporting Clinton against Trump