Hong Kong
Facebook Messenger to remove the ability to find someone by phone number, researcher says
The move is mostly being praised.
Teachers in Hong Kong threatened with suspension for “hate speech” online
The authoritarian crack down on “hate speech” has reached Hong Kong.
The Emmys adds its first-ever category for esports
The category will recognize journalism about competitive video gaming championships and live events.
WeChat is censoring US citizens outside of China when they talk about Hong Kong
China is increasingly censoring users outside of mainland China.
DC Comics deletes Batman poster after backlash from Chinese comments alleging Hong Kong support
Batman being dressed in black (as if he’s not usually) and throwing a Molotov cocktail means DC are supporting Hong Kong. Apparently.
When the internet is cut off, protestors find it hard to rely on bitcoin
Iran and Hong Kong have both experienced recent shutdowns.
Activision’s quest for approval from China could be hindered by the Blizzard Hong Kong censorship fiasco
Activision own Blizzard Entertainment.
Report suggests forms of TikTok censorship, how moderators tag “risks” and block or throttle videos
TikTik is facing increased scrutiny over censorship fears.
The Epoch Times suggests printing press arson attack linked to Chinese Communist Party
It isn’t the first time the outlet has been attacked.
Australia’s internet censor says video of Hong Kong protestor being shot is allowed to stay on the internet
The eSafety commission won’t be demanding the footage be removed.
Web Summit Rise Conference 2020 postponed due to unrest in Hong Kong
The event will now take place in 2021.
London design college apologizes after students offend China and support Hong Kong liberation
The college made an official announcement.