At the World Economic Forum (WEF), Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez unveiled a proposal to eliminate anonymity on social media by linking user accounts to a European digital identity wallet. The announcement has sparked a fierce backlash from free speech advocates and critics of centralized digital regulation.
Sánchez’s Proposal: An End to Anonymity
In his speech, Sánchez argued that anonymous activity on social media enables the spread of “misinformation,” “hate speech,” and cyber harassment, as well as the proliferation of bots. Comparing anonymity to wearing masks on the streets or driving without license plates, Sánchez declared:
“Such an anomaly cannot continue in a democracy. Citizens have the right to privacy, not to anonymity or impunity.”
Sánchez outlined a plan where social media platforms would require every user to link their account to a real digital identity. While pseudonyms could still be used publicly, authorities would have access to the real identities behind online accounts. He also proposed increased transparency for social media algorithms, demanding what he called the “opening of the black box.”
Critics Sound the Alarm
The proposal has been met with sharp criticism from across Europe. Former MEP Rob Roos described the WEF as a meeting of “corrupt politicians, elites, and corporations” conspiring to strip citizens of their fundamental rights. […]
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At Last, a Company With Integrity in the Gold IRA Industry
For several years, I’ve been vetting out precious metals companies in search of the best. I believe in gold and silver but it’s hard to find integrity in the Gold IRA industry. The vast majority operate with shady tactics and gigantic spreads that take advantage of Americans who simply want to protect their life’s savings.
I’ve found a handful that I like and I’ve worked with some of them. By no means would I “unrecommend” them because, again, I vetted them out and found them to be above the fold. Unfortunately, it isn’t hard to be better than the rest when the rest are so darn awful.
After years of searching, I finally found a company that truly operates with integrity. Augusta Precious Metals has three important attributes that set them far above the competition:
- Non-Commissioned Sales Team: I cannot stress how important and unique this is. With just about every other company in the Gold IRA industry, the sales teams make commission from every account they open. This means they steer their clients toward the gold and silver products with the highest commission. With Augusta Precious Metals, the team is solely focused on putting the best gold and silver for their clients into their IRA. They get paid to serve the best interests of the Gold IRA client, NOT their own commission pay.
- Incredibly Low Fees: Most Americans would be shocked if they knew the spread other Gold IRA companies charge. Augusta charges just 5% versus up to 45% elsewhere.
- No Pressure, No Gimmicks: There’s an understanding among most in the Gold IRA industry that fear and pressure is the way to go. Augusta Precious Metals takes a sober approach when working with clients because they hold integrity in the highest possible regard. This is why they don’t offer gimmicks like “free” or “bonus” silver. It’s also why they do not apply pressure tactics to get quick sales. Their educational and transparent approach to doing business is exceedingly rare in the Gold IRA industry.
