Emmanuel Macron
Macron Is Challenged Over Threats to Cut Off Social Media to Curb Riots
Authoritarian tactics.
Macron Wants Platforms to Delete Riot Content, Blames Social Media and Video Games for Riot Spread
Any excuse to shut down speech.
Jacinda Ardern Appointed to New Role Targeting “Online Extremism”
The former Prime Minister has a new role, calling for online regulation.
Jacinda Ardern Is Tipped for Top Internet Censorship Role
New Zealand’s new PM expects Ardern to be involved with combating online “misinformation” and “extremism.”
The Sudden Global Push for Age Verification to End Online Anonymity and Drive Digital ID Uptake
Several US states are taking cues from Europe and tackling what the World Economic Forum calls the “problem” of online anonymity. All under the premise of keeping children safe.
Macron Wants More Twitter Censorship to Stop People Saying “Crazy Things” About Vaccines, Pandemics, and War
Macron says there are “responsibilities and limits” to free speech.
French President Emmanuel Macron Calls for Online Age Verification to Protect Minors
Pushing forward with a campaign promise amidst privacy concerns.
Macron Meets With Big Tech and Disinformation Specialist for “Major International Initiative”
The French Prime Minister says it’s to “protect kids online.”
Rumble Says It Won’t Move Its Policy Goalposts to Appease France’s Censorship Demands
Rumble has exited France while it looks to challenge the legality of its censorship orders.
Odysee Blocks French Versions of Russia Today After Legal Demand
To prevent the entire site being blocked in France.
Macron Introduces Digital ID Scheme for Public and Private Sector Services
Major new proposals for France, just days after the election.