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Apr 17, 2017

04/17/2017: Another fight over net neutrality is looming

Reports indicate that FCC Chairman Ajit Pai wants to change Obama-era internet rules by having service providers regulate themselves. Michael Beckerman, CEO of the Internet Association, joins us to discuss why he thinks the existing rules are important for consumers. Afterwards, we’ll look at the war for autonomous car talent, which has led to lawsuits, talent poaching and absurd salaries.

 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Thomas Wheeler (L) speaks as FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai (R) looks on during a hearing. 
 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Thomas Wheeler (L) speaks as FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai (R) looks on during a hearing. 
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Reports indicate that FCC Chairman Ajit Pai wants to change Obama-era internet rules by having service providers regulate themselves. Michael Beckerman, CEO of the Internet Association, joins us to discuss why he thinks the existing rules are important for consumers. Afterwards, we’ll look at the war for autonomous car talent, which has led to lawsuits, talent poaching and absurd salaries.