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Technology,
Corporate

Oct. 17, 2024

Why big tech regulation can't wait

Regulation of Big Tech is urgently needed due to the harmful impact of social media on mental health, particularly among minors, and the inadequacy of current laws like Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

Victor S. Dorokhin

Email: victordorokhin1@gmail.com

Victor S. Dorokhin, PhD, is a legal expert, attorney, lecturer, and the author of the book "Law, Morality, and Economics."

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Almost a quarter of a century ago, Malcolm Gladwell published his famous book on societal tipping points. The main idea of this book is that small, seemingly insignificant changes can lead to significant shifts in social behaviour and trends.

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