Should companies be forced to support right to repair?

Consumer rights versus intellectual property in electronics.

β€’Dec 3, 2024β€’14 argumentsβ€’176 votes
42% For58% Against
14 For19 Against

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Arguments supporting this position

C
Charlie541
+72
94 up / 22 down

Innovation requires freedom from excessive restrictions. History shows that precedent from the 1950s led to unprecedented progress.

E
Eric543
+56
88 up / 32 down

Security and privacy concerns are paramount: data breaches and surveillance. Recent incidents like the 2023 incident highlight these risks.

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Clara837
+18
46 up / 28 down

Security and privacy concerns are paramount: data breaches and surveillance. Recent incidents like the 2023 incident highlight these risks.

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Quincy502
-4
64 up / 68 down

Innovation requires freedom from excessive restrictions. History shows that precedent from the 1950s led to unprecedented progress.

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Pam634
-13
20 up / 33 down

Research shows significant positive correlation from peer-reviewed journals. The technological implications include societal transformation.

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Arguments opposing this position

V
Vince953
+41
66 up / 25 down

Market forces naturally regulate quality and safety. Consumer choice drives continuous improvement.

F
Faye633
+37
78 up / 41 down

Over-regulation stifles innovation: European Union AI restrictions. Companies need flexibility to compete globally.

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Former User
🎯Changed 1 mind
+8
62 up / 54 down

Market forces naturally regulate quality and safety. Consumer choice drives continuous improvement.

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Wendy713
🎯Changed 1 mind
-15
22 up / 37 down

The benefits outweigh the risks: efficiency gains of 60%. Proper safeguards include industry self-regulation.