First Amendment v Europe In Free Speech Crisis | UK-US Clash Looms Over Tech | David Carlucci

Harry Cole is joined by David Carlucci, former New York State Senator. Britain’s Online Safety Act gives its regulator, Ofcom, powers to fine tech firms up to 10% of their revenue for failing to remove harmful content. It even threatens prosecution for execs who don’t play ball. That’s enough to make Mark Zuckerberg sweat through his hoodie. The US State Department isn’t amused. They’re backing laws to shield American companies from UK and European meddling. Their message: “Hands off our servers!” The result? A classic transatlantic standoff. Not since the Boston Tea Party has the UK been so eager to tell Uncle Sam what to do. American tech firms are protected by the Constitution, but their platforms are global. What happens when British police turn up at your door for a spicy tweet? David Carlucci, former New York State Senator, admits the dilemma: “It’s not easy, but it’s interesting.” As Elon Musk struts through Mar-a-Lago, Cole wonders if tech billionaires are running the show. Carlucci agrees: “People are nervous when they see unfettered access to the White House.” Trump promised to be for the little guy, but now he’s surrounded by the Silicon Valley elite. With Europe and Australia tightening online rules, and America digging in its constitutional heels, the West is set for a showdown. Will the internet stay free, or will governments start playing whack-a-mole with offensive posts? One thing’s for sure—this digital drama is only just getting started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices