Lamb: Twitter Should Be Accountable to Regulators

The transcript discusses the challenges and pressures faced by social media companies like Twitter, especially after becoming private. It highlights the lack of accountability to investors and the increasing role of regulators. The discussion covers recent regulatory actions, including President Biden's call for bipartisan regulation and the European Union's strict content rules. The need for evolving policies, particularly Section 230, is emphasized due to the harm caused by social media. The conversation also touches on the complexities of regulation and the need for policymakers to catch up with technological advancements.

What is a major concern about Twitter now that it is a private company?

• It has fewer users.

• It lacks accountability to public investors.

• It has more investors.

• It is more accountable to the public.

What recent action did President Biden take regarding social media regulation?

• He reduced regulations on social media.

• He increased funding for social media.

• He called for bipartisan regulation.

• He banned social media companies.

What is the European Union expected to enforce on Twitter?

• Stricter content rules.

• More advertising.

• Increased user fees.

• Fewer privacy protections.

What does Section 230 currently protect social media companies from?

• Government funding.

• User growth.

• Legal liability.

• Financial losses.

Why is it challenging to update regulations like Section 230?

• Complexity of the tech space and lack of expertise.

• Easy bipartisan support.

• Lack of technological advancements.

• Overwhelming public support.