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X Wins Australian Case Over Private Message Scanning Rule
"eSafety" Commissioner Julie Inman Grant loses bid to control X under two frameworks.
Australia’s Pro-Censorship eSafety Chief Julie Inman Grant Sought to Sway Coalition Before Senate Inquiry
Her behind-the-scenes letter reveals a regulator fighting to preserve her own reach while the public questions who gets to decide what Australians can say online.
Bishop Backs Musk: Stabbing Victim Stands Against Censorship in Australia
Despite government pressure, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel stands with Elon Musk in resisting Australian government censorship on X.
Court Orders Canada’s Liberal MPs to Unblock Independent News Outlet
They were also ordered to pay $1,750, which they paid using taxpayer money.
Lawmakers Push for Investigation Into Secret “Problem Codes” Database Kept on Unvaccinated Teachers
Secret databases that can work behind the scenes to have major impacts on people’s lives are increasingly common. In this case, fingerprints were also kept on file.
Jen Psaki Fails to Squirm Out of Censorship Deposition
Psaki will face questioning.
Jen Psaki Says Censorship Deposition Would Be “Burdensome” for Her Family Life and New MSNBC Gig
Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has filed a motion to quash a social media censorship subpoena.
Australia Proposes Law That Would Ban Online Anonymity to Curb “Defamation”
A threat to free speech.
Australian Lawmaker John Barilaro Settles Defamation Suit Against YouTube Comedian
Barilaro was accused of trying to shutdown criticism.
Australian Man Wins $200,000 Payout From BP After Getting Fired for Popular Hitler Meme
In Australia, it’s not as easy to dismiss someone over social media posts.
In Australia, Users Who Leave One-Star Reviews on Businesses Are Increasingly Being Sued for Defamation
Several cases are popping up each year.