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TikTok removes coronavirus parody song, says it violates community guidelines
It’s becoming increasingly difficult for creators to discuss the coronavirus on big tech platforms.
UK PM Boris Johnson tweet edited to suggest opposite sentiment about coronavirus gains 2.6 million views
The incident is made prominent by the recent “Manipulated Media” tag that was added to a Joe Biden gaffe video.
Ivan On Tech ends YouTube streaming after constant problems with the platform
YouTube has been acting harshly towards cryptocurrency channels.
Twitter blocks “Okie Boomer Girl” video after copyright claim
The creator of the song tweeted that they did not file the copyright claim.
Media outlets want to know why Facebook and Twitter aren’t removing “manipulated” Biden video
The media appears to be suggesting the video should be removed by social platforms.
Marvel Comics’ Dan Slott blocks anyone who follows outlet that covered his “f__k you” political rant
Slott used a Twitter blocking tool to shut off criticism.
Jehovah’s Witnesses group attempts to use DMCA to unmask YouTuber
This is one of about 60 subpoenas Jehovah’s Witnesses have filed against social media users since mid-2017.
The response to Twitter’s first “manipulated media” label shows some users think it means “faked”
Some users now believe that a real but selectively edited video clip is “fake” or “doctored.”
Clip of Alinity getting bitten by her cat removed from Twitter after copyright claim
A bogus DMCA claim was filed against the video.
Spanish court orders Google to editorialize search results, put man’s acquittal story in first place
The ruling is unprecedented.
Wikipedia deletes list of scientists who disagree with the consensus on climate change
Should readers be allowed to know it exists?
YouTube to reconsider coronavirus demonetization
YouTube says it’s listening to feedback.