Proponents of the repeal argue the regulations stifle innovation by forcing Internet providers to abide by unreasonably strict guidelines. 3) The FCC rules require Internet providers to meet industry standards on security, protecting user data from theft and fraud. Assuming Trump signs the measure, Internet providers will be freed from those obligations, which would otherwise have taken effect later this year. With this data, Internet providers can sell highly targeted ads, making them rivals to Google and Facebook, analysts say. By contrast, GOP lawmakers and industry advocates argue the FCC rules stifle business and innovation.

Source: Washington Post March 28, 2017 17:01 UTC