TechFreedom
@techfreedom.org
Think tank. We think about technology and freedom, esp. free speech, in 🇺🇸 & 🇪🇺. Hayek put it best: "it is in the technical discussion concerning administrative law that the fate of our liberty is being decided"
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She’s back!
On the latest Tech Policy Podcast, former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) of @futurefreespeech.org returns for a wide-ranging discussion about powerful algorithms, attacks on Section 230, and much, much more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/422...
On the latest Tech Policy Podcast, former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) of @futurefreespeech.org returns for a wide-ranging discussion about powerful algorithms, attacks on Section 230, and much, much more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/422...
November 3, 2025 at 2:19 PM
She’s back!
On the latest Tech Policy Podcast, former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) of @futurefreespeech.org returns for a wide-ranging discussion about powerful algorithms, attacks on Section 230, and much, much more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/422...
On the latest Tech Policy Podcast, former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) of @futurefreespeech.org returns for a wide-ranging discussion about powerful algorithms, attacks on Section 230, and much, much more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/422...
🚨 TOMORROW at 12:10 PM ET 🚨
Join @berinszoka.bsky.social at @cdt.org’s Future of Speech Online Conference to discuss the First Amendment’s limits on FCC and FTC authority over editorial policies.
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Join @berinszoka.bsky.social at @cdt.org’s Future of Speech Online Conference to discuss the First Amendment’s limits on FCC and FTC authority over editorial policies.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
🚨 TOMORROW at 12:10 PM ET 🚨
Join @berinszoka.bsky.social at @cdt.org’s Future of Speech Online Conference to discuss the First Amendment’s limits on FCC and FTC authority over editorial policies.
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Join @berinszoka.bsky.social at @cdt.org’s Future of Speech Online Conference to discuss the First Amendment’s limits on FCC and FTC authority over editorial policies.
standtogether.swoogo.com/foso25/9611110
New Tech Policy Podcast!
Sri Muppidi of @theinformation.com discusses OpenAI’s effort to overhaul its corporate structure—and the resulting power struggle over the company’s future.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/421...
Sri Muppidi of @theinformation.com discusses OpenAI’s effort to overhaul its corporate structure—and the resulting power struggle over the company’s future.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/421...
October 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM
New Tech Policy Podcast!
Sri Muppidi of @theinformation.com discusses OpenAI’s effort to overhaul its corporate structure—and the resulting power struggle over the company’s future.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/421...
Sri Muppidi of @theinformation.com discusses OpenAI’s effort to overhaul its corporate structure—and the resulting power struggle over the company’s future.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/421...
🗓️ Mark your calendars 🗓️
We're excited to have @berinszoka.bsky.social representing
@techfreedom.org at The People’s Oversight Hearing on Wednesday, November 12. Register today to secure your spot!
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-people...
We're excited to have @berinszoka.bsky.social representing
@techfreedom.org at The People’s Oversight Hearing on Wednesday, November 12. Register today to secure your spot!
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-people...
Happening on November 12! @publicknowledge.bsky.social is hosting the in-person event "The People's Oversight Hearing," where we'll hear from members of Congress, former agency officials, & civil society leaders on regulatory failures and Congress’s abdication of oversight responsibility.
October 21, 2025 at 1:37 PM
🗓️ Mark your calendars 🗓️
We're excited to have @berinszoka.bsky.social representing
@techfreedom.org at The People’s Oversight Hearing on Wednesday, November 12. Register today to secure your spot!
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-people...
We're excited to have @berinszoka.bsky.social representing
@techfreedom.org at The People’s Oversight Hearing on Wednesday, November 12. Register today to secure your spot!
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-people...
Will America remain a magnet for researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Jeremy Neufeld (Institute for Progress) discusses why it should, why it might not, and how to make sure it does.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/420...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Jeremy Neufeld (Institute for Progress) discusses why it should, why it might not, and how to make sure it does.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/420...
October 6, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Will America remain a magnet for researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Jeremy Neufeld (Institute for Progress) discusses why it should, why it might not, and how to make sure it does.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/420...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Jeremy Neufeld (Institute for Progress) discusses why it should, why it might not, and how to make sure it does.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/420...
🗞️ Don’t miss out on our newsletter—stay informed about threats to free speech & more!
This week, we recap our letter—joined by 70+ organizations and scholars—warning the FCC against threatening broadcasters over constitutionally protected speech.
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This week, we recap our letter—joined by 70+ organizations and scholars—warning the FCC against threatening broadcasters over constitutionally protected speech.
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Broadcasting Static: The FCC Has No Authority to Police Content for Bias or Balance
Plus the DSA, a book review, and more...
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October 2, 2025 at 5:06 PM
🗞️ Don’t miss out on our newsletter—stay informed about threats to free speech & more!
This week, we recap our letter—joined by 70+ organizations and scholars—warning the FCC against threatening broadcasters over constitutionally protected speech.
techfreedom.substack.com/p/broadcasti...
This week, we recap our letter—joined by 70+ organizations and scholars—warning the FCC against threatening broadcasters over constitutionally protected speech.
techfreedom.substack.com/p/broadcasti...
1/ The FCC has no authority to police content for bias or balance.
We—and more than seventy other organizations and scholars—warned FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.
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We—and more than seventy other organizations and scholars—warned FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.
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September 30, 2025 at 10:27 PM
1/ The FCC has no authority to police content for bias or balance.
We—and more than seventy other organizations and scholars—warned FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.
techfreedom.org/wp-content/u...
We—and more than seventy other organizations and scholars—warned FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.
techfreedom.org/wp-content/u...
Do tech optimists have a political home?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @adamkovac.bsky.social, founder and CEO of @chamberofprogress.bsky.social, discusses the populist / anti-tech turn in politics, and what can be done about it.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/419...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @adamkovac.bsky.social, founder and CEO of @chamberofprogress.bsky.social, discusses the populist / anti-tech turn in politics, and what can be done about it.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/419...
September 24, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Do tech optimists have a political home?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @adamkovac.bsky.social, founder and CEO of @chamberofprogress.bsky.social, discusses the populist / anti-tech turn in politics, and what can be done about it.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/419...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @adamkovac.bsky.social, founder and CEO of @chamberofprogress.bsky.social, discusses the populist / anti-tech turn in politics, and what can be done about it.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/419...
New Tech Policy Podcast!
@aricohn.com (@thefireorg.bsky.social) and Tom Kurland (Patterson Belknap) discuss the spate of product-liability lawsuits against social-media and AI companies.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/418...
@aricohn.com (@thefireorg.bsky.social) and Tom Kurland (Patterson Belknap) discuss the spate of product-liability lawsuits against social-media and AI companies.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/418...
September 15, 2025 at 1:12 PM
New Tech Policy Podcast!
@aricohn.com (@thefireorg.bsky.social) and Tom Kurland (Patterson Belknap) discuss the spate of product-liability lawsuits against social-media and AI companies.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/418...
@aricohn.com (@thefireorg.bsky.social) and Tom Kurland (Patterson Belknap) discuss the spate of product-liability lawsuits against social-media and AI companies.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/418...
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I went on a rant about Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton and all the damage it's already doing.
Tune in if you're a fan of the First Amendment, excruciating legal wonkery, or both.
Tune in if you're a fan of the First Amendment, excruciating legal wonkery, or both.
New Tech Policy Podcast:
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discusses the mess that is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, as well as the wider harm the decision is already causing.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/417...
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discusses the mess that is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, as well as the wider harm the decision is already causing.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/417...
September 4, 2025 at 1:34 PM
I went on a rant about Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton and all the damage it's already doing.
Tune in if you're a fan of the First Amendment, excruciating legal wonkery, or both.
Tune in if you're a fan of the First Amendment, excruciating legal wonkery, or both.
New Tech Policy Podcast:
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discusses the mess that is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, as well as the wider harm the decision is already causing.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/417...
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discusses the mess that is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, as well as the wider harm the decision is already causing.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/417...
September 4, 2025 at 1:28 PM
New Tech Policy Podcast:
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discusses the mess that is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, as well as the wider harm the decision is already causing.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/417...
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discusses the mess that is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, as well as the wider harm the decision is already causing.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/417...
Don't listen to the Tech Policy Podcast? We forgive you. But it's time to tune in!
Here are ten standout episodes to get you started. AI, content moderation, encryption, age verification, cybersecurity, and more.
corbinkbarthold.substack.com/p/more-tech-...
Here are ten standout episodes to get you started. AI, content moderation, encryption, age verification, cybersecurity, and more.
corbinkbarthold.substack.com/p/more-tech-...
More Tech Policy Than You Can Poke a Stick At
Podcast episodes of note.
corbinkbarthold.substack.com
August 26, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Don't listen to the Tech Policy Podcast? We forgive you. But it's time to tune in!
Here are ten standout episodes to get you started. AI, content moderation, encryption, age verification, cybersecurity, and more.
corbinkbarthold.substack.com/p/more-tech-...
Here are ten standout episodes to get you started. AI, content moderation, encryption, age verification, cybersecurity, and more.
corbinkbarthold.substack.com/p/more-tech-...
Britain is arresting a thousand people a month for online speech. And now the Online Safety Act’s “child protection” rules are in force.
On a new podcast episode, @senatorshoshana.bsky.social of @rstreet.bsky.social discusses the UK’s free-speech crackdown.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/416...
On a new podcast episode, @senatorshoshana.bsky.social of @rstreet.bsky.social discusses the UK’s free-speech crackdown.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/416...
August 25, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Britain is arresting a thousand people a month for online speech. And now the Online Safety Act’s “child protection” rules are in force.
On a new podcast episode, @senatorshoshana.bsky.social of @rstreet.bsky.social discusses the UK’s free-speech crackdown.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/416...
On a new podcast episode, @senatorshoshana.bsky.social of @rstreet.bsky.social discusses the UK’s free-speech crackdown.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/416...
Section 230 empowers the voiceless.
Don’t miss this Tech Policy Podcast “From the Vault,” in which Billy Easley (@billyez2.bsky.social) sits down with former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) to discuss the value of the free and open Internet.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/fro...
Don’t miss this Tech Policy Podcast “From the Vault,” in which Billy Easley (@billyez2.bsky.social) sits down with former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) to discuss the value of the free and open Internet.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/fro...
August 13, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Section 230 empowers the voiceless.
Don’t miss this Tech Policy Podcast “From the Vault,” in which Billy Easley (@billyez2.bsky.social) sits down with former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) to discuss the value of the free and open Internet.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/fro...
Don’t miss this Tech Policy Podcast “From the Vault,” in which Billy Easley (@billyez2.bsky.social) sits down with former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) to discuss the value of the free and open Internet.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/fro...
🗓️ There’s still time to register!
We're proud to partner with @theunpopulist.net, @ismapolicy.bsky.social for the second annual “Liberalism for the 21st Century” conference in Washington, DC—August 14–15.
We're proud to partner with @theunpopulist.net, @ismapolicy.bsky.social for the second annual “Liberalism for the 21st Century” conference in Washington, DC—August 14–15.
Registration for @ismapolicy.bsky.social's LibCon2025—a conference committed to countering the rise of illiberalism and charting a course forward for a revitalized liberalism—is now open.
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
The Institute for the Study of Modern Authoritarianism Hosts its Second Annual 'Liberalism for the 21st Century' Conference
The UnPopulist's publisher will build on last year's highly successful event and bring together intellectuals and advocates fighting authoritarianism from around the world again
www.theunpopulist.net
August 4, 2025 at 4:22 PM
🗓️ There’s still time to register!
We're proud to partner with @theunpopulist.net, @ismapolicy.bsky.social for the second annual “Liberalism for the 21st Century” conference in Washington, DC—August 14–15.
We're proud to partner with @theunpopulist.net, @ismapolicy.bsky.social for the second annual “Liberalism for the 21st Century” conference in Washington, DC—August 14–15.
With the moratorium off the table (for now), what’s next in the regulation of AI?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Matt Perault & @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss AI bills, AI laws, and AI vibes. A crossover with the WLF-@techfreedom.org webinar series.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/415...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Matt Perault & @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss AI bills, AI laws, and AI vibes. A crossover with the WLF-@techfreedom.org webinar series.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/415...
August 4, 2025 at 1:04 PM
With the moratorium off the table (for now), what’s next in the regulation of AI?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Matt Perault & @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss AI bills, AI laws, and AI vibes. A crossover with the WLF-@techfreedom.org webinar series.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/415...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, Matt Perault & @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss AI bills, AI laws, and AI vibes. A crossover with the WLF-@techfreedom.org webinar series.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/415...
Media companies are regulated by antitrust laws for business practices—not for how they handle speech!
Yesterday, we commented on the FTC’s approval of the Omnicom-Interpublic merger, which requires the companies to avoid political "bias" in ad placements.
techfreedom.org/omnicom-ftc-...
Yesterday, we commented on the FTC’s approval of the Omnicom-Interpublic merger, which requires the companies to avoid political "bias" in ad placements.
techfreedom.org/omnicom-ftc-...
July 29, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Media companies are regulated by antitrust laws for business practices—not for how they handle speech!
Yesterday, we commented on the FTC’s approval of the Omnicom-Interpublic merger, which requires the companies to avoid political "bias" in ad placements.
techfreedom.org/omnicom-ftc-...
Yesterday, we commented on the FTC’s approval of the Omnicom-Interpublic merger, which requires the companies to avoid political "bias" in ad placements.
techfreedom.org/omnicom-ftc-...
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1/ Most pleased to file a brief for @techfreedom.org in support of @netchoice.bsky.social's emergency application at SCOTUS.
A Mississippi law, HB 1126, age-gates social media. The Fifth Circuit let the law take full effect pending appeal. SCOTUS must step in and rescue free speech online.
A Mississippi law, HB 1126, age-gates social media. The Fifth Circuit let the law take full effect pending appeal. SCOTUS must step in and rescue free speech online.
July 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM
1/ Most pleased to file a brief for @techfreedom.org in support of @netchoice.bsky.social's emergency application at SCOTUS.
A Mississippi law, HB 1126, age-gates social media. The Fifth Circuit let the law take full effect pending appeal. SCOTUS must step in and rescue free speech online.
A Mississippi law, HB 1126, age-gates social media. The Fifth Circuit let the law take full effect pending appeal. SCOTUS must step in and rescue free speech online.
Beware of the Butlerian Jihad!
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social joins So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast (hosted by @thefireorg.bsky.social) to discuss the death of the AI moratorium, the FTC’s censorship campaign, and more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/414...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social joins So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast (hosted by @thefireorg.bsky.social) to discuss the death of the AI moratorium, the FTC’s censorship campaign, and more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/414...
July 21, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Beware of the Butlerian Jihad!
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social joins So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast (hosted by @thefireorg.bsky.social) to discuss the death of the AI moratorium, the FTC’s censorship campaign, and more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/414...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social joins So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast (hosted by @thefireorg.bsky.social) to discuss the death of the AI moratorium, the FTC’s censorship campaign, and more.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/414...
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Spoiler alert: it got a little weird!
Is sh*t about to get weird?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @richardmorrison.bsky.social, host of the Free the Economy podcast, joins the show for a crossover episode on how AI could affect art, culture, and politics.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/413...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @richardmorrison.bsky.social, host of the Free the Economy podcast, joins the show for a crossover episode on how AI could affect art, culture, and politics.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/413...
July 18, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Spoiler alert: it got a little weird!
Calling speech a competition or consumer protection issue does not make it so.
Yesterday, @techfreedom.org filed comments explaining why Missouri’s proposed rule—forcing social media platforms to let users choose their own content moderation algorithms—violates the First Amendment.
Yesterday, @techfreedom.org filed comments explaining why Missouri’s proposed rule—forcing social media platforms to let users choose their own content moderation algorithms—violates the First Amendment.
July 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Calling speech a competition or consumer protection issue does not make it so.
Yesterday, @techfreedom.org filed comments explaining why Missouri’s proposed rule—forcing social media platforms to let users choose their own content moderation algorithms—violates the First Amendment.
Yesterday, @techfreedom.org filed comments explaining why Missouri’s proposed rule—forcing social media platforms to let users choose their own content moderation algorithms—violates the First Amendment.
Is sh*t about to get weird?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @richardmorrison.bsky.social, host of the Free the Economy podcast, joins the show for a crossover episode on how AI could affect art, culture, and politics.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/413...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @richardmorrison.bsky.social, host of the Free the Economy podcast, joins the show for a crossover episode on how AI could affect art, culture, and politics.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/413...
July 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Is sh*t about to get weird?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @richardmorrison.bsky.social, host of the Free the Economy podcast, joins the show for a crossover episode on how AI could affect art, culture, and politics.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/413...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @richardmorrison.bsky.social, host of the Free the Economy podcast, joins the show for a crossover episode on how AI could affect art, culture, and politics.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/413...
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In which @kateruane.bsky.social, @profdaniellyons.bsky.social, and l dish on Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, the TikTok ruling, and more.
Not a great SCOTUS term for tech + free speech.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=03q0...
Not a great SCOTUS term for tech + free speech.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=03q0...
Free Speech and Tech Policy at the US Supreme Court, 2025
YouTube video by American Enterprise Institute
www.youtube.com
July 9, 2025 at 7:01 PM
In which @kateruane.bsky.social, @profdaniellyons.bsky.social, and l dish on Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, the TikTok ruling, and more.
Not a great SCOTUS term for tech + free speech.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=03q0...
Not a great SCOTUS term for tech + free speech.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=03q0...
WTF is going on at NASA?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @techfreedom.org's Jim Dunstan and @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss the leadership vacuum, budget cuts, and delays plaguing the American space program.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/412...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @techfreedom.org's Jim Dunstan and @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss the leadership vacuum, budget cuts, and delays plaguing the American space program.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/412...
July 1, 2025 at 2:11 PM
WTF is going on at NASA?
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @techfreedom.org's Jim Dunstan and @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss the leadership vacuum, budget cuts, and delays plaguing the American space program.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/412...
On a new Tech Policy Podcast, @techfreedom.org's Jim Dunstan and @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social discuss the leadership vacuum, budget cuts, and delays plaguing the American space program.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/412...
NEW Tech Policy Podcast: Hear FTC all stars Rebecca Slaughter, Alvaro Bedoya (@bedoyausa.bsky.social), and Bill Kovacic speak at our recent policy forum.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/411...
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/411...
June 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM
NEW Tech Policy Podcast: Hear FTC all stars Rebecca Slaughter, Alvaro Bedoya (@bedoyausa.bsky.social), and Bill Kovacic speak at our recent policy forum.
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/411...
podcast.techfreedom.org/episodes/411...