Telecommunications companies have been pushing for tiered access, which would allow providers to charge premium rates for premium access.More details over at InformationWeek.
Moby joined U.S. Rep. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) to rally for Internet neutrality on Capitol Hill Thursday.
"Internet freedom is under attack," Moby said, adding that he was appearing as one of over 700,000 people who signed a petition in favor of Markey's amendment to the Communications Opportunity, Promotions and Enhancement Act of 2006 (COPE), which would regulate neutrality on the Internet. He also officially announced a new coalition of Artists and Musicians for Internet Freedom. The coalition includes members of Nine Inch Nails the Indigo Girls and Wilco.
Rocking for net neutrality
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Many musicians including Moby, Nine Inch Nails and the Indigo Girls are showing support for a law that would ensure Internet traffic remains equal for small and large corporations and media.