Google is denying reports that it would be working with Version to provide priority Internet services at a fee. The company asserts that it continues to promote neutrality when it comes to the Internet. Verizon also came out refuting the reports, which were published in both The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.
Both newspapers reported that under the deal, Verizon would send specific online content in a faster fashion to Internet users who paid more. Google said it has never even discussed the possibility with Verizon and remains committed to an open online world. The wireless carrier said that it too promotes openness when it comes to the Internet.
A statement released by Verizon went on to claim that the company’s purpose was misunderstood by The New York Times. In its comments filed with the FCC, Verizon claims its goal is an “Internet policy framework that ensures openness and accountability, and incorporates specific FCC authority, while maintaining investment and innovation.” The statement went on to claim that, “To suggest this is a business arrangement between our companies is entirely incorrect.”
The FCC promotes neutrality when it comes to the net, providing wired and mobile services to everyone with equal access. Verizon and Google have reached a common understanding regarding the issue, but they have different approaches. Google’s comments about the FCC policy on Internet neutrality supported the Commission’s approach, while Verizon’s statements seemed to indicate that the FCC should instead focus its attention on making sure the Net is successful.
Currently , the FCC is holding talks with large technology companies, including Verizon and Google, regarding Internet neutrality. Consumer groups, who are concerned about any priority access to the Web using fixed or wireless internet connections, have also been included in some meetings.
The FCC previously proposed Internet neutrality rules permitting reasonable network management by broadband ISPs. This came after it slapped Comcast with an enforcement action regarding the issue, an action that a court later overruled. The FCC’s latest attempt to regulate broadband reclassifies data transmission, making it a telecommunications service subject to regulation by the Commission, who would remain hands-off regarding other aspects.
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