Speech
Google’s Interactive Polling Station Map Ignites Claims of Pro-Harris Bias as Voters Head to the Polls
Social media erupts with claims of bias in Google search results, fueling voter distrust as the nation casts its ballots in a tight presidential race.
“We’re Screwed Without It” Elon Musk Defends His Free Speech Twitter Takeover on Joe Rogan’s Podcast
Musk outlines “duty” to acquire Twitter, vowing to counter censorship and restore transparency.
Losing Their Grip: Why Anti-“Misinformation” Crusaders Are Mourning the End of Control
Election Integrity Partnership’s mission to curb misinformation raised deeper questions about free speech and government overreach.
EU Tightens Social Media Censorship Screw With Upcoming Mandatory “Disinformation” Rules
With the Digital Services Act in play, compliance could mean steep costs for platforms to fund and align with EU-endorsed “fact-checking” initiatives.
Memes Under Siege: China’s Crackdown on Online Youth Dissent
The CAC’s campaign seeks to purge critical economic views, youth disillusionment, and “harmful” online memes from Chinese cyberspace.
When Text Becomes a Crime: How Transcribing Movies Led to Jail Time in Japan
Transcribing blockbuster films in Japan can now lead to serious legal repercussions as text-based spoilers are equated with piracy.
Inside the Push for Police-Run “Misinformation” Units
With private influence growing, Lexipol’s call for a law enforcement “Misinformation Unit” causes a stir.
Former State Department Official Laments Social Media Won’t Play Censor for the Feds Anymore
Accusations of election interference now extend to claims of Big Tech’s alleged alignment with foreign influence.
Democrats Push a Resolution To Condemn the Spread of Hurricane “Disinformation”
Lawmakers push to curb disinformation amid fears it may undermine hurricane relief efforts.
Gab Faces Off Against Germany’s Censorship Push, US DOJ Silent
Germany takes Gab to court as the platform defies censorship demands, sparking a clash over international free speech boundaries.
Ireland’s Online “Hate Crime” Law Passes, Sparks Major Future Free Speech Concerns
Ireland’s groundbreaking hate crime law sparks intense debate over free speech and protection rights.
Civil Liberties Groups Push DOJ to Probe UK-US Collusion in Online Censorship
AFL calls for DOJ probe into foreign ties behind alleged censorship by Center for Countering Digital Hate.