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"Even those who are aware of these agreements have few options for
changing them, because users aren't a party to these private deals. They
tend to cover multiple companies, so shaming or boycotting a single
company isn't an option. And asking regulators to step in might not be
possible either, because these agreements often have the active support
of government officials who see them as a cheap and easy alternative to
regulation."
An important issue. "Shadow Regulations" are private agreements between
companies that have a significant effect on the public and are not
easily challenged. Via Will Hill.
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://www.xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
http://www.glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
http://www.sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
