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American Author Could Face Prison in Germany Over Satirical Swastika
American satirist faces prison in Germany for using Nazi imagery to protest COVID policies, while major media outlets seemingly escape scrutiny for similar depictions.
Senators Demand Answers on CISA’s Role in 2024 Election Oversight
Senators demand CISA clarify its role in election content monitoring, warning against a repeat of past First Amendment violations.
DOJ Takes Aim at Breaking Up Google
The US government seeks to break up Google’s dominance, targeting its control over both search and AI sectors.
Barron Trump Shut Out by Bank Amid Cancel Culture Accusations
Melania Trump claims her family has faced financial exclusion, fueling debates about civil rights and the growing power of cancel culture in the corporate world.
Sideloading Under Fire: Google’s New Move to Block Apps Raises Eyebrows
Google’s latest sideloading restrictions in India raise concerns over control and the potential censorship of apps deemed “high-risk.”
Arizona State University Caught in Free Speech Tug-of-War Over Gov-Funded “Disinformation” Battle
ASU’s collaboration with the US government to combat online disinformation raises questions about public institutions’ role in free speech and government surveillance.
Brazil Lifts Ban on X After The Platform Agrees to Censor Accounts
X’s return to Brazil signals a significant capitulation as the platform bows to court-ordered censorship and fines.
Epic Triumphs as Judge Orders Google to Open the Android Gates
Judge Donato’s ruling forces Google to loosen its grip on the Play Store, marking a major win for Epic and shaking up the Android ecosystem.
Russia and Turkey Block Discord
Russia and Turkey’s ban on Discord intensifies their broader clampdown on digital communication platforms.
MembersDemocrats Unleash Their 2024 Election Censorship Playbook
A repeat of 2020.
Elon Musk vs. Brazil’s Moraes Just Got Messier and the Drama Isn’t Done Yet
Consultation with prosecutor general adds new hurdle, further delaying decision on restoring Musk’s X in Brazil.
The Big Tech Think Tank Campaigning to Censor Satire
Brookings’ push to classify AI memes as election disinformation frames satire as a threat to democracy.