FCC’s Net-Neutrality Proposal Marred by Millions of Fake Comments
James V. Grimaldi, 06 May 2021
Nearly 18 million fake comments were filed with the Federal Communications Commission over its proposal to scale back internet regulation, fueled by both opponents and supporters of the rule, an investigation by the New York attorney general’s office found.
A report by Attorney General Letitia James’s office highlighted companies that specialize in a little-known influence industry that generates made-up comments and often attaches the names of real people caught up in marketing ploys. The 18 million fake comments represented more than 80% of all public comments filed to the FCC on its net-neutrality proposal four years ago. Continue reading “Article: FCC’s Net-Neutrality Proposal Marred by Millions of Fake Comments”
