News
Reddit bans links to Russia state media
Site-wide block.
US Surgeon General asks Big Tech platforms to hand over Covid “misinformation” data
Leaving tech monopolies to determine what’s “misinformation.”
Surfshark VPN adds “fake news warning” feature
Another internet company adopts “misinformation” warnings.
Court rules against Germany’s “hate speech” law, says it’s illegal to share innocent users’ data with law enforcement
A win for freedom of expression.
Twitch to ban users for sharing “misinformation,” even off the platform
Broad range censorship rules.
Members of Congress threaten to hold Big Tech “accountable” if they don’t censor “misinformation”
Politicians continue pressuring Big Tech to censor on their behalf.
Senators ask the Treasury Department to ensure Russians can’t use cryptocurrency to evade sanctions
Lawmakers continue to call for cryptocurrency regulations.
YouTube suspends The Hill’s popular show Rising for 7 days for playing Trump clip
YouTube’s policies continue to affect news reporting.
Google bans open-source street map editor app
For asking for donations to the free and open-source app StreetComplete.
YouTube ripper Yout.com is fighting back against blocking
Pushing back against censorship orders.
Staff of Russian independent news outlet to leave Russia after government censorship
The outlet was struggling to operate after being blocked in the country.
Eight state AGs launch investigation into China’s TikTok
The investigation focuses on its “harm” to kids.