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We need a system to push emergency alerts directly to mobile phones based on their location without the need for the person to opt-in. I don't understand w
by kylec 16y ago
We need a system to push emergency alerts directly to mobile phones based
on their location without the need for the person to opt-in.
I don't understand why this can't be opt-in. Granted, emergency alerts are something I would want to receive, but I think it's something that should be provided as an opt-in service, either by downloading an app or signing up with your cell carrier. My fear is that with a helpless, captive audience, the scope of "emergency" would slowly creep outward until you're spammed multiple times a day about the great deals at the Costco in your area. Also, if the service weren't opt-in, it would prevent competition because users would not be able to choose which emergency notification service they want to use.
- thiele 16y agoOpt-out vs. Opt-in is arguable. Given the severity of alerts, I think opt-out provides the most utility to the population. These alerts are coming directly from government organizations, "deals from Costco" should have no bearing on the decision.
- sinamdar 16y agoTotally agree. As I understand it, this is in case of "real" emergencies as assessed by government bodies. The revenue is not going to come from ads being served along with the messages. It is going to come from the customization, implementation and support of the technology.
- thiele 16y agoExactly. (at least in way that I've proposed the service)