Digital Intermediary
/ˈdɪdʒɪtl ˌɪntərˈmiːdiɛri/
Definitions
- (n.) An entity facilitating or managing digital content or data exchanges between parties, often accountable under laws governing online intermediaries.
The digital intermediary was responsible for removing illegal content upon notification.
- (n.) A service provider that hosts, transmits, or caches information, subject to limited liability protections under intermediary liability laws.
Digital intermediaries benefit from safe harbor provisions when complying with takedown requests.
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- digital intermediary
- digital intermediaries
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Commentary
The term often arises in discussions of liability exemptions and regulatory responsibilities in electronic commerce and digital platforms.
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