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Canadian Government Is Accused of Gaslighting Criticism of Its Online Censorship Bill As “Clickbait”
The government continues to ignore criticism.
The Dangerous Language and First Amendment Challenges of the Rushed Anti-TikTok Bill
The bill grants the President comprehensive powers over online apps and websites.
US Pushes for Global AI Regulations at UN, Calling for “Effective Safeguards”
The resolution calls for “responsible” and “inclusive” AI.
Update: Big Tech Alliance Targets Covid-19 “Misinformation,” Links it to “Extremism,” Calls for Content Censorship
More censorship overreach demands.
World Bank and Verizon Chiefs Say Digital ID Part of “Social Contract” Between Government and Citizens
Both organizations are pushing for digital IDs.
Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Public Can Sue Officials Who Block Them on Social Media in Some Circumstances
A two-pronged test to determine a First Amendment violation.
Proton Mail Officially Launches Desktop App
The app is now out of beta.
Polish NGO Wins Fight Against Facebook’s Censorship
Facebook has been blocked from banning on a whim and without due process.
USAID’s “Disinformation Primer:” Documents Reveal Censorship Promotion Across Sectors
The agency has been promoting censorship initiatives through a 97-page document aimed at various sectors including private companies, media outlets, governments, and education institutions.
SXSW Is Accused of Using Copyright and Trademark Claims To Suppress Criticism
Copyright and trademark strikes are increasingly being used to force content takedowns.
Pornhub Blocks Access in Texas After State-Mandated Digital ID Law
A new state laws calls for internet users to verify themselves with a government-issued ID, raising privacy and free speech concerns.
Tor Introduces WebTunnel Feature To Help Curb Censorship
A new feature for avoiding regional censorship.