In the vast landscape of internet regulation, few laws have been as influential—or as controversial—as Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996. At the heart of this debate are 26 words that have shaped the digital age: “No provider or user of an interactive computer service shall be Read more…
Public figures often use a tactic called the non-denial denial to avoid giving straight answers to tough questions. FTC Chair Lina Khan showcased this technique during her testimony before a House Appropriations Subcommittee, where she was questioned about the FTC’s aggressive antitrust policies and international collaborations. In his article, Market Read more…
In an age where technology plays an increasingly crucial role in our daily lives and industries, the importance of innovation cannot be overstated. However, current legislative moves in Congress are threatening to stifle a significant part of this progress due to an overreaction toward Chinese technology companies. In the article Read more…
A coalition of free-market advocates has issued a stark warning to Congress about the Biden administration’s antitrust policies. The coalition alleges that President Joe Biden’s Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are acting beyond their remit, using their powers to provide political cover for Biden’s Read more…
In a recent article at Real Clear Markets, Charles Sauer highlights the alarming trend of misinformation and protectionism targeting DJI, the world’s leading commercial drone manufacturer. During a Homeland Security hearing on May 16, 2024, unfounded allegations were presented, aiming to restrict access to DJI drones for law enforcement, firefighters, Read more…
As Congress prepares to vote on the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), it’s crucial to look beyond its seemingly noble intentions. While the bill purports to protect children from online harms, its provisions pose a significant threat to free speech and digital freedom. Below, Market Institute President Charles Sauer delves Read more…
In recent comments, Ohio Senator JD Vance praised Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chair Lina Khan for her performance, stating she was “doing a pretty good job.” However, a deeper look into Khan’s tenure reveals significant controversies and criticisms. The House Judiciary Committee recently released a report that paints a starkly Read more…
In President Biden’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget, one of the most controversial proposals is a $389 million increase for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), representing an 11% boost. Critics argue that the FTC, under Chair Lina Khan, is mismanaging resources and pursuing a radical agenda that deviates from traditional antitrust Read more…
In a new analysis by Norm Singleton, a Senior Fellow at The Market Institute, and featured in Real Clear Markets, uncovers the alarming trend of regulatory agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) aiding and abetting union agendas. The recent unveiling of a “universal proxy” rule by the SEC Read more…
For advocates of free markets, the role of government in regulating markets is a crucial battleground where principles of individual freedom clash with centralized control. Market Institute President Charles Sauer has a new article in Real Clear Markets that examines how Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward Kennedy’s views on market Read more…