Several high-profile technology companies, human rights organizations, academics and investors have joined forces to launch the Global Network Initiative. Announced Tuesday, the GNI intends to protect and advance freedom of expression and privacy throughout the information and communication technology industry. Companies that have signed onto the GNI include Google, Microsoft and Yahoo. They will be working with human rights organizations to avoid or minimize the impact of governmental restrictions on freedom of expression.
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Net Heavyweights Hammer Out Human Rights Guidelines
Posted by: Walaika Haskins October 28, 2008 03:14 PMSeveral high-profile technology companies, human rights organizations, academics and investors have joined forces to launch the Global Network Initiative. Announced Tuesday, the GNI intends to protect and advance freedom of expression and privacy throughout the information and communication technology industry. Companies that have signed onto the GNI include Google, Microsoft and Yahoo. They will be working with human rights organizations to avoid or minimize the impact of governmental restrictions on freedom of expression.