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Photobucket Faces Legal Storm Over Alleged Sale of User Photos and Biometric Data
Photobucket faces a lawsuit for allegedly selling users’ photos and biometric data without consent, risking privacy law violations.
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.
Bank of England’s Fake “Privacy” Push Sparks Fears of Surveillance Currency
The Bank of England’s digital pound plans raise critical privacy concerns, emphasizing “privacy, not anonymity,” amid data security risks.
MembersBanned But Not Blocked: How Some US Police Departments Navigate Around Facial Recognition Prohibitions
Facial recognition bans are being undermined as police in cities like Austin and San Francisco find loopholes.
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.
DOJ Probe Exposes Secret Spying on Lawmakers, Journalists, and Kash Patel
A troubling glimpse into the erosion of executive oversight by legislative branches.
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.