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> "...does not allow the distribution of content that is, in our sole discretion, materially false, inaccurate, or misleading, in a way that could deceive or co
by ryanSrich 6y ago
> "...does not allow the distribution of content that is, in our sole discretion, materially false, inaccurate, or misleading, in a way that could deceive or confuse others about important events, topics, or circumstances."
Does this make Mailchimp a publisher now? Since they are effectively editing what can and cannot be shared via their service? Wouldn't that place them under much stronger legal scrutiny?
Maybe I'm reading too much into it. I understand a business can refuse to do business with anyone they please. That's already the case though. Why a change like this to the TOS?
Either way, I'm all for businesses being able to pick and choose their customers. I would never use Mailchimp based on a change like this, but they are free to change their service however they'd like.
- heavyset_go 6y agoNo, you do not understand Section 230 of the CDA. It simply states that all interactive computer services are not liable for content their users create. It says nothing about editing, moderating or curation. It just waives liability for all interactive computer services.
- grandpoobah 6y agoIsn't the point of section 230 to give internet companies the ability to moderate without fear of assuming liability for content which they did not moderate? (Almost the opposite of what Section 230 is often presumed to be about)