Biden Supports Work to Address Problems around Big Tech, White House Says

WASHINGTON - U.S. President Joe Biden believes steps are needed to safeguard privacy, bolster innovation and deal with other problems created by big technology platforms, the White House said Tuesday, signaling his support for legislation concerning Big Tech.

Biden is encouraged by bipartisan work under way in Congress to tackle these issues, the official said, a day before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee votes on a package of antitrust bills, some of which target the market power of large tech firms. "These platforms have transformed our daily lives, and showcase our country's ingenuity and potential, but also create real problems for users, small businesses and tech startups," said the White House official. "The president believes we need to address the problems these platforms create to protect privacy, generate more innovation and make sure the great tech companies of the future can emerge and grow right here in the U.S.," the official said.