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Idaho’s Free Speech Crackdown: House Speaker’s Bill Would Make Lying a Felony
A proposed Idaho bill would make knowingly spreading false information a felony, raising serious concerns about free speech and government overreach.
Brazil Fines X $1.4M as Justice Alexandre de Moraes Tightens Grip on Social Media
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes fines X $1.4M for noncompliance in a crackdown on pro-Bolsonaro commentator Allan dos Santos.
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.
British Journalist Allison Pearson Sues Essex Police Over Investigation Into Social Media Post
Pearson’s lawsuit challenges what she sees as a politicized use of police resources against lawful speech.
UK MPs Push for AI Meme Censorship, Encryption Backdoors, and Social Media Crackdowns
UK lawmakers are looking for ways to push censorship and reduce privacy.
US Vice President JD Vance Criticizes UK Censorship Policies During Keir Starmer’s White House Visit
Vance’s remarks highlight growing tensions over digital freedoms between the US and UK, as the country routinely has people arrested for speech.
House Advances Bill to Block Foreign Officials Who Censor Americans
The House advances a bill to block foreign officials who censor Americans from entering the US.
UK: Ofcom Pushes for Expanded Online Censorship Under the Guise of Combating Misogyny
Ofcom expands Online Safety Act enforcement to target online misogyny, raising concerns over vague definitions and increased censorship in the UK.
US Lawmakers Question EU’s Digital Markets Act, Cite Risks to American Companies
Jordan and Fitzgerald accuse the EU of using the Digital Markets Act to weaken US tech firms while benefiting European and Chinese competitors.
UK Government Dodges Real Issues by Promising Even Stricter Censorship Laws
Officials hint at further crackdowns, sidestepping mounting concerns over free speech and international tensions.
Jim Jordan Subpoenas FBI: Unraveling Biden Admin’s Big Tech Collusion
Jordan demands FBI records on Big Tech ties, seeking full transparency on censorship efforts.
EU Contributes €4M to UNESCO’s Expanding Online Content Regulation and Digital ID Goals
The EU and UNESCO deepen their collaboration to regulate online content and shape digital governance policies.