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Italy’s Piracy Shield Backfires (Again) as Critics and Legitimate Sites Become Collateral Damage
Italy’s Piracy Shield faces criticism for overblocking non-infringing sites like DDaY, highlighting flaws in anti-piracy enforcement.
Cracking Down on Big Tech: New Bill’s Plan to Expose Government Collusion
Senator Eric Schmitt introduces the Transparency in Bureaucratic Communications Act to address government collusion with Big Tech and online censorship.
TikTok’s Last Stand Heads to the Supreme Court as App Ban Looms
TikTok faces a legal showdown as a court denies its bid to pause a law mandating divestment or removal by January 19.
Justice Thomas Revives Emergency Injunction in Case to Halt Doctor Investigations Over COVID-19 Criticism
Supreme Court to deliberate on Stockton v. Ferguson, addressing First Amendment rights of doctors criticizing Covid policies and censorship claims.
Canadian Doctor Fights for Free Speech at Supreme Court Over Covid Censorship
A Supreme Court showdown over free speech looms as Dr. Gill challenges medical regulators’ power to silence dissenting voices.
State Department to Shut Down Controversial Censorship Hub but Critics May Call It a Rebrand
The US State Department plans to shut down the Global Engagement Center by December 23, amid allegations of domestic censorship and misuse of funds.
Canada Splits Online “Harms” Bill to Speed Up Controversial Censorship Push
Canada’s government splits controversial Online Harms Act to accelerate provisions on child safety, leaving “hate speech” elements for later debate.
Five Eyes Urges Broader Censorship Under “Protect the Children” Campaign
Global spy alliance shifts focus to encryption, calling for sweeping collaboration across governments and tech platforms.
Funko’s Brand Tool Blamed as Itch.io Battles Bogus Report
AI’s misstep disrupts beloved indie games site, exposing the limits of automated systems.
TikTok Battles Canada’s Crackdown, Pitching Itself as a “Misinformation” Censorship Ally
TikTok challenges Canada’s decision to shut down its operations, citing its role in combating “misinformation” as a reason the government should let it stay in the country.
Russia Tests “Sovereign” Internet, Threatens Foreign Hosting Providers
Russia tests sovereign internet by cutting regions off from the global web, restricting access to major platforms and tightening digital control.
Trump’s FTC Shake-Up: Andrew Ferguson To Take the Helm with a Free Speech Agenda
Ferguson’s appointment could redefine the FTC’s approach to antitrust laws with a sharp focus on free speech and innovation.