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UK: Student’s Suspension Over Gender-Critical Views Sparks Campus Free Speech Uproar
University of Leeds student suspended amid free speech row over gender-critical views, sparking debate on inclusivity and expression in academic spaces.
EU Pushes for TikTok Clampdown After Romanian Election Upset
The EU faces criticism for questioning Romania’s election results, targeting TikTok over alleged “disinformation” promoting independent candidate Calin Georgescu.
Website Mocking Brazilian Supreme Court Minister Dias Toffoli Blocked
Coverage on the block of Eli Vieira’s site criticizing STF’s Dias Toffoli highlights ongoing free speech issues in Brazil.
Meta’s Nick Clegg Admits Excessive Censorship and High Error Rates in Content Moderation
The tech giant acknowledges high censorship error rates.
UK’s “Safety” Watchdog Forms New “Misinformation” Taskforce
Some argue the committee’s real target may be public skepticism of traditional media.
Lawyers Slam DOJ’s “Insane” Online Gag Order Against Texas Doctor Who Exposed Controversial Practices on Children
Defenders argue the move targets dissent and shields the DOJ from scrutiny amid allegations of misconduct.
FTC Commissioner Urges Investigation into Pro-Censorship Ad Cartels for Antitrust Violations
Recent accusations of ad cartels colluding to demonetize certain news outlets have spurred investigations.
UNESCO’s New Mission: Train Influencers About Combatting Online “Misinformation”
UNESCO trains influencers to “fact-check” as trust in traditional media wanes.
MembersGuilty Until Proven Innocent: How Financial Institutions Quietly Put You Under the Microscope
Even the most routine money moves could land you in a secretive surveillance dragnet, with no explanation and no way out.
New FCC Chairman Vows to End Big Tech’s Grip on Free Speech
Aiming to restore free speech, Carr accuses tech giants of stifling innovation and colluding with the government to suppress ideas.
World Leaders Sign New Censorship Declaration at UN Event While Secretary-General António Guterres Pushed for Increased Online Censorship
Critics warn of sweeping algorithmic control and surveillance in the name of combating “hate speech” and “disinformation.”
EU Censors Set Their Sights on Bluesky
As Bkuesky grows, so does its attention by regulators.