Boom Bust Season 1 Episode 128 Julie Samuels On Net Neutrality: Great Power Comes With Great Responsibility

Julie Samuels, Executive Director of Tech:NYC, joins Boom Bust to discuss the latest developments in net neutrality. As the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) prepares to overturn the rules put in place during the Obama era, many are worried about the impact on small businesses and consumers. Samuels argues that the internet has become an essential part of our lives and that it must remain open and accessible to all. She emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in the decision-making process surrounding net neutrality. With big tech companies having so much power and influence, Samuels stresses the importance of regulation to prevent abuses of that power. She discusses the role of Tech:NYC in fighting for net neutrality and promoting policies that benefit the tech community as a whole. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of net neutrality for the global economy and the future of innovation and creativity. Overall, Samuels advocates for a balanced approach that takes into account both the needs of consumers and the interests of internet service providers and tech companies. As she says, "Great power comes with great responsibility."