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RFK Jr. Files Lawsuit Against Meta, Alleging Censorship of Presidential Campaign Video
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is running as an independent candidate in the upcoming US presidential election, has announced that he filed a lawsuit against Meta (Facebook and Instagram) in the US District Court for the Northern District of California. Kennedy alleges that the two platforms censor
Rumble Files Billion-Dollar Lawsuit Against Google for Lost Ad Revenue and Exploiting Ad Tech Dominance
Rumble escalates its battle against Google with a groundbreaking $1 billion lawsuit, challenging the tech giant’s alleged monopolistic maneuvers in the ad tech landscape.
X Secures Court Victory in Battle With Australia’s Censorship, As Government Plots Inquiry
X clashes with Australian authorities in a high-stakes battle over online content control.
The Tangled Web of CISA, FBI, and Big Tech “Disinformation” Talks Ahead of Election Showdown
Amidst legal controversies and impending elections, Senator Mark Warner champions resuming federal “talks” with Big Tech to combat “disinformation.”
Gab Stands Firm Against Australia’s Censorship Demands
Facing a $500,000 fine, Gab defies Australia’s demand to remove content, spotlighting a global clash over online speech and censorship.
Hong Kong’s Anthem Ban Sparks International Free Speech Concerns
A judicial ruling quiets an anthem on platforms like Google but amplifies global concerns over Hong Kong’s commitment to civil liberties in the shadow of China.
Green Masks, Red Faces
California teens win $1 million after misjudged “blackface” accusation goes viral.
House Committee Report Unveils Recent Brazil Social Media Censorship Demands As Recently as April 2024
Using threats and hefty fines, Brazil cracks down on social media accounts questioning election integrity.
Canadian Court Greenlights Class Action Lawsuit Against YouTube’s Covid Censorship
In a landmark decision, a Canadian court allows a class action lawsuit to proceed, challenging YouTube’s censorship of pandemic-related content.
Ireland Calls on Tech Giants to Muzzle Election “Misinformation”
Ireland’s Electoral Commission issues a stern warning to tech giants: comply with electoral integrity or face “reputational consequences.”
UNC’s Crusade Against Anonymous Apps Sparks Free Speech Firestorm
UNC to ban anonymous social apps in a controversial move to curb “reckless behavior,” sparking debate over free speech implications.
Rumble Is Blocked in Russia After Refusing Censorship Requests, CEO Says
Rumble vs. Russia: The video platform is blocked for refusing censorship, raising questions about other tech giants’ compliance.