Net neutrality: two words that might sound like old tech jargon but still carry the weight of our digital future. Imagine a world where your internet provider…
Net neutrality: two words that might sound like old tech jargon but still carry the weight of our digital future. Imagine a world where your internet provider decides what you can see online, where startups can't compete with tech giants, and where free speech is throttled at the whim of corporations. This isn't a dystopian fiction, as it already sounds pretty familiar... In this deep dive, I'll explore how a principle born in the early days of the internet has become a flashpoint in global politics and why its fate matters to everyone who logs online. The concept of net neutrality, once considered a cornerstone of internet regulation, particularly in Europe since 2015, remains a subject of intense debate and scrutiny. Far from being a settled issue, it continues to evolve, adapting to new technological landscapes and geopolitical realities. The recent discussions in the European Union underscore its ongoing relevance…