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As opposed to what? The illegality of BTs covert trials has not been tested in a court of law yet. If Alex, or anyone else for that matter, didn't use the word 'belief' or 'alleged', then they might be liable to be sued under libel laws.
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Exactly - because unsubstantiated accusations are libellous. If Alex or anyone else has proof, then there would be no case for libel action. If there was proof, I wouldn't argue the point.
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Does this change the fact that in many people's opinion, including IT professionals and specialists, and government bodies that BTs conduct was illegal and unethical? No, it certainly doesn't.
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"that in many people's opinion" - yes,
opinion. Opinion doesn't stand up in a Court of Law.
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btw: Do you have any personal interest in seeing Phorm succeed?
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I have a personal interest in enjoying my experience on the web/internet. Anything that improves that experience will be welcomed. Anything that doesn't will not be. If Webwise contributes to a better experience without detriment to my browsing/access, and doesn't impinge upon my basic rights, then I will welcome it.
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