Dan Frieth
Dan is interested in political policies around the world and how they impact internet users and creators. [email protected]
Rumble Sues California Over Censorship Law That Impacts Satire
California’s new laws draw fire for allegedly turning tech platforms into arbiters of political speech, raising free speech concerns.
Australia Backs Down on Censorship Law Plan to Fine Tech Giants for “Misinformation”
Australia’s U-turn on social media fines underscores a heated battle between regulation and free expression.
Texas AG Ken Paxton Investigates GARM Over Alleged Ad Cartel Demonetization Conspiracy
Ken Paxton’s probe into GARM spotlights the clash between digital ad standards and free speech, challenging the balance of power in online markets.
Push to Pass KOSA Spurs Fears Over Privacy and Free Speech
Kids Online Safety Act brings privacy, censorship, and online freedom into sharp focus.
Lawmakers Target Security Clearances of 51 Intel Officials for Claims That Sparked Hunter Biden Censorship
GOP lawmakers push for accountability, targeting the clearance of officials who amplified disputed claims about Hunter Biden’s laptop.
Brendan Carr Set To Take the Helm at FCC as Trump’s Free Speech Champion
Carr’s leadership is set to usher in a new era at the FCC, prioritizing free speech and dismantling tech censorship.
Elon Musk’s X Sues California Over Deepfake Law Seen as Threat to Free Speech
California’s deepfake law pits free speech against election integrity in a First Amendment showdown.
Texas Social Media Free Speech Law Faces New Scrutiny in First Amendment Fight
Critics argue the law’s requirements may infringe on free speech by limiting platforms’ control over their own content policies.
When “Fact-Checking” Fails: FEMA’s Political Fallout Puts Misinformation Police Under the Microscope
FEMA employee’s alleged political bias raises fresh concerns over hasty “misinformation” labeling.
Judge Clears Path for Fresh Evidence in Explosive Social Media Censorship Lawsuit Against Biden Administration
Court allows further discovery in Missouri v. Biden, possibly unveiling deeper government ties to social media censorship.
Google’s Interactive Polling Station Map Ignites Claims of Pro-Harris Bias as Voters Head to the Polls
Social media erupts with claims of bias in Google search results, fueling voter distrust as the nation casts its ballots in a tight presidential race.
Memes Under Siege: China’s Crackdown on Online Youth Dissent
The CAC’s campaign seeks to purge critical economic views, youth disillusionment, and “harmful” online memes from Chinese cyberspace.