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A Ruling That Could End the Internet as We Know It
Since 1996, the modern internet has been defined by a sweeping law that prevents tech companies such as Facebook and Google from being held responsible for the content posted on their sites.
This week, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could take that legal immunity away.
Guest: Adam Liptak, who covers the Supreme Court for The New York Times.
Background reading:
- The decision on website immunity has the potential to alter the very structure of the internet.
- Lawmakers are targeting big tech “amplification.” What does that mean?
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