Cindy Harper
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Capcom Threatens Police Action Over Backlash
The company’s attempt to police backlash risks alienating the very community that built its success.
Canada Eyes Revival of Online Censorship Bill
Civil liberties advocates warn that Ottawa’s “fresh look” could revive the most draconian elements of the shelved bill.
Nexus Mods to Enforce Digital ID Age Checks Under UK and EU Laws
Nexus Mods prepares age checks for UK and EU users under the controversial Online Safety Act and Digital Services Act rules.
Judge: Yardley Officials Illegally Deleted Criticism on Facebook
The borough’s attempt to control the conversation online now faces a costly reckoning in court.
Google Fined $314.6M for Data Collection by San Jose Jury
Verdict highlights how hidden digital costs quietly drain users while enriching tech giants.
Australia Tribunal Overturns eSafety Ruling in Free Speech Win
Australia’s Administrative Review Tribunal rules against eSafety Commissioner in Chris Elston and X free speech case.
Turkey Cracks Down on LeMan Magazine, Blocks X Account, Over Cartoon Depicting Muhammad and Moses, Amidst Protests and Arrests
LeMan faces legal action, protests, and bans in Istanbul after a cartoon draws condemnation from Erdoğan and Yerlikaya.
Thumbs Up Lands Woman in Hot Water as Germany Cracks Down on Emoji Speech
A simple emoji reply has become a symbol of how far German prosecutors will go to police intent online.
Denmark Plans Sweeping Ban on Online Deepfakes to Combat “Misinformation”
The idea leaves creators guessing where parody ends and prohibition begins.
Europe’s “Disinformation” Enforcers Pressure Platforms to Tighten Speech Controls
The EU’s crackdown on disinformation edges closer to turning platforms into gatekeepers of acceptable thought.
The German State Just Raided 170 People for Their Social Media Posts
Europe’s digital watchdogs now raid homes over tweets.
Kenyan Government Blocks Telegram, Shuts Down TV Broadcasters Amid Anti-Finance Bill Protests
Telegram goes dark and TV stations vanish as Kenya’s protest blackout clashes with digital resistance.