Why does Opera always emphasize that it follows W3Cs standards?
Opera believes in an Internet where everyone can meet, innovate and thrive. For this to happen certain international standards must be followed by everyone. The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) [www.w3.org] develops interoperable technologies (specifications, guidelines, software, and tools) that make this possible. We don’t want to own or monopolize the Internet, we want an Internet that stays true to its true ideals. For more on Opera’s values, take a look at Opera’s Mission.