Free Speech at Risk? UK Online Safety Act, U.S. Content Laws & the Future of Innovation

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with NetChoice's Director of Policy, Patrick Hedger about the implications of the UK's Online Safety Act and its potential impact on free speech and small businesses. They discuss the chilling effects of content moderation laws, the Kids Online Safety Act in the U.S., and the need for parental empowerment and education on online safety. The conversation also touches on the importance of innovation in artificial intelligence and the risks posed by overregulation.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to NetChoice and Online Safety Act
02:37 Implications of the UK's Online Safety Act
05:23 Free Speech Concerns and Censorship
08:32 Impact on Social Media Platforms and Users
10:57 Comparative Analysis of Free Speech in the US and UK
14:00 Legislative Responses and Advocacy Efforts
16:39 Online Safety Education and Parental Empowerment
19:21 Artificial Intelligence and Permissions Innovation
22:13 Antitrust Issues and AI Development
25:13 Balancing Innovation and Regulation