Australia
Sydney’s Fake Antisemitic Terror Plot: How a Criminal Scam Led to Sweeping Censorship Laws
A lie fueled the panic, but the laws it birthed are here to stay.
Jim Jordan Subpoenas Tech Giants for Documents on Foreign Censorship of American Speech
The US House Judiciary Committee, led by Jim Jordan, subpoenas Big Tech over alleged foreign government censorship, citing laws in the EU, Canada, and more.
Australia Delays Forced Big Tech Media Payment Law Amid Trump’s Tariff Threats
Legacy media outlets wanted Big Tech platforms to be forced to pay them. The law is facing setbacks.
Australia’s eSafety Chief Pushes for More Censorship After Online “Hate” Research
After a legal setback, eSafety’s Julie Inman Grant pushes for more speech policing, urging platforms to ramp up enforcement of speech.
Australian Tribunal Rules Against eSafety Commissioner’s “Informal” Censorship of X Post
The tribunal’s decision exposes how “informal” censorship notices can still carry official weight.
Bill Gates Backs Australia’s Social Media Age Ban, Advocates for Digital ID Expansion
Gates backs Australia’s strict social media age law, calling it a “fascinating” experiment in online control.
Rumble Unveils 2025 Creator Program
Rumble’s new payout model rewards creators based on watch time, new signups, and premium subscriptions, redefining how online content is monetized.
Australia Plans to Expand “Hate Speech” Laws Amid Debate Over Free Speech Protections
New South Wales pushes to expand hate speech laws, aiming to criminalize “vilification” while sidelining free speech protections.
Australia’s eSafety Commissioner Defends Controversial Online Age Verification Digital ID Methods
Australia’s eSafety Commissioner defends age verification measures under the 2024 Social Media Minimum Age Bill, sparking global debate on privacy and surveillance.
MembersThe FBI Plays Double Agent on Encryption
The FBI’s doublespeak on encryption exposes a relentless push to weaken digital privacy safeguards.
UK’s Ofcom Leads Global Push for Online Censorship in 2025
Ofcom leads efforts to expand global online regulation, raising concerns over cross-border censorship and increased regulatory power.
Australia Expands Digital ID Ambitions with New Legislation
Digital ID push.