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Do the Democrats have enough power to rein in Big Tech?
Do the Democrats Have Enough Power To Rein In Big Tech? | Kara Swisher | GZERO World
January 27, 2021
The Democrats shocked the country by eking out a 50-50 majority in the US Senate earlier this month, securing control of the House, Senate and Executive. But do they have enough power to impose the kinds of restrictions to Big Tech that many believe are sorely needed? Renowned tech columnist Kara Swisher is not so sure. But there is one easy legislative win they could pursue early on. "I think it's very important to have privacy legislation, which we currently do not have: a 'national privacy bill.' Every other country does." Swisher's wide-ranging conversation with Ian Bremmer was part of the latest episode of GZERO World.
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The dollar has ruled the world economy for 80 years. Yet, tariffs, debt, and political pressure are all chipping away at it. Ian Bremmer explains what it would actually take to bring it down.
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The ACI Europe, a regional airport trade group, is warning EU leaders that airports could soon face “systemic” jet fuel shortages while Iran maintains its grip over the Strait of Hormuz.
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