Protocols, Not Platforms: A Technological Approach to Free Speech

What it is

Mike Masnick's influential free essay arguing that open protocols, rather than centrally moderated platforms, are the durable answer to online speech problems.

Why I recommend it

One of the most cited pieces on platform power — read it before joining any debate about content moderation.

Topics

#ai #content-moderation #decentralization #free-speech #governance #internet-policy #platforms #primary-source #protocols #regulation #research

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