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We represent over 40 of the world’s leading internet companies, with offices in DC, Albany, Austin, Sacramento, Seattle, and Springfield 🇺🇸

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    28 Oct 2020

    empowers platforms to safely host user-generated content. Next time you turn to a video tutorial for help with a DIY home repair or your child's trigonometry homework, remember that it’s all made possible by Section 230. Learn more here:

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  2. Retweeted
    Dec 7

    Private sector companies, like and , are stepping up against Russian and PRC hackers. This demonstrates the progress that is being made in the USG and the private sector’s ability to combat the scourge of Russian and CCP hackers.

    "Google is suing two Russia-based individuals it alleges are behind a massive network of infected computers that have been used for crimes ranging from the theft of personal information to secretly mining bitcoin"
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  3. Dec 9

    Today, IA President and CEO released the following statement after the of held a hearing on pending legislation:

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  4. Dec 9

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  5. Dec 9

    IA President and CEO released the following statement after the Communications, Media and Broadband Subcommittee of the Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on :

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  6. Dec 9

    Our members are making strides in increasing transparency around content moderation, protections, and more. Read more here about the steps members take to keep our online ecosystem safe and enjoyable:

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  7. Dec 9

    Using , online platforms can enable tools like responsive customer service and automatic flags of fraudulent payments to save users’ time and resources. Learn more:

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  8. Dec 9

    The goal of internet companies is to create safe environments where users can connect and build online communities. help make that possible.

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  9. Dec 9

    Internet companies are committed to deploying ethically. They put measures in place to avoid creating or reinforcing unfair bias. Learn more about what companies are doing to ensure oversight:

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  10. Dec 9

    Internet companies constantly work on fine-tuning their to keep pace with the changing tactics of bad actors, making frequent adjustments to ensure users have safe online experiences.

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  11. Dec 9

    are used every day by every user. They allow internet companies to provide better, safer, more useful, and personalized experiences online. Learn more:

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  12. Dec 8

    IA member companies believe all children should have beneficial, healthy, positive online experiences. That’s why they are constantly working with partners - parents, educators, lawmakers, and law enforcement - to ensure their policies create safe spaces for children online.

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  13. Dec 7

    IA President and CEO released the following statement after was confirmed for another five-year term at the .

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  14. Dec 3

    MUST READ: White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki identifies COVID-19 as the root cause of organized retail crime. The internet industry remains committed to partnering with federal, state, and local law enforcement. Read more:

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  15. Dec 1

    Today, IA President and CEO released the following statement after the held a hearing on proposed legislation ⏬

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  16. Dec 1

    At its core, makes the best of the internet possible, and it supports online services of all industries and sizes. Repealing would have a direct negative impact on countless online services, as well as the people who use and rely on those services.

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  17. Dec 1

    Internet companies are incentivized every day to maintain the trust of their users. That is why online platforms give users access to tools and settings that allow them to modify their experience by doing things such as blocking or muting other users and blocking graphic content.

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  18. Dec 1

    means online services can write and enforce rules that allow them to remove content and create safer, better experiences online for everyone. The industry believes it is vital to preserve the integrity of 230 and keep the internet safe for users.

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  19. Dec 1

    is the legislation that created the modern internet—but this essential law is widely misunderstood. Section 230 enables companies of all shapes and sizes to create enjoyable and welcoming spaces online, from finding dinner reservations to a community on social media.

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  20. Dec 1

    Many algorithms work simultaneously to protect consumers from potentially harmful content. That’s why IA member companies are constantly working on fine-tuning their algorithms to keep pace with the rapidly changing tactics of bad actors.

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  21. Dec 1

    The internet industry shares the goal of a safe experience for all internet users. IA’s members have partnered with mental health experts and advocates to promote mental health both generally and on their platforms.

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