European Commission
European Parliament Approves “European Democracy Shield” Committee to Tackle Online “Disinformation”
The European Democracy Shield will blur the line between combating disinformation and policing free speech.
EU Violates Privacy Laws While Promoting Privacy-Violating Law
The European Commission faces backlash after breaking its own privacy laws with a micro-targeted ad campaign, exposing deep hypocrisy.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney Backs Brendan Carr’s Fight to Curb Big Tech Power
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney lauds FCC chair pick Brendan Carr for championing free speech and challenging tech monopolies, calling for open digital platforms in the battle against censorship.
Inside “EU Going Dark” The EU’s Push to End Private Messaging
Critics argue the secretive surveillance proposal would force companies to undermine encryption, threatening privacy and freedom across Europe.
Germany’s Green Minister Targets Algorithms: Baerbock’s Latest Bid to Suppress Populist Rise
Germany’s Foreign Minister pushes for expanded EU social media censorship to counter rising populist sentiment.
EU Regulators Seek to Formalize “Disinformation Code” Under Censorship Law
A Code of Practice on Disinformation could lead to unprecedented regulatory control over online content.
Pro-Censorship EU Official: X Must Comply With Europe’s “Limit of Freedom of Speech”
Commissioner Jourova advocates for “professional fact-checking” while pushing for tighter control over social media.
The EU is on the Brink off Making “Hate Speech” a Serious Crime
The EU’s European Commission (EC) appears to be preparing to include “hate speech” among the list of most serious criminal offenses and regulate its investigation and prosecution across the bloc. Whether this type of proposal is cropping up now because of the upcoming EU elections or if the ini
European Council Approves “Rapid Response Teams” To Combat “Disinformation”
Critics warn of potential censorship as Ireland considers early adoption of EU’s controversial “disinformation” crackdown.
EU Commission VP: “We Believe Our Fact-Checking Is Already Influencing User Behavior”
Fact-checking’s growing influence sparks debate over free expression and voter manipulation.
EU’s Von der Leyen Calls for More Censorship Amid Re-Election Campaign
Von der Leyen’s push for the “European Democracy Shield” raises censorship and bias concerns ahead of reelection bid.
LaLiga Seeks Charges Against Google and Apple Execs for Not Remotely Removing Apps From People’s Phones
LaLiga’s aggressive anti-piracy push sparks controversy, as it calls for Big Tech to remotely delete apps on users’ devices, raising significant privacy and ownership concerns.