Texas
MembersThe Supreme Court Appears Sympathetic to Online Digital ID Laws
Texas’s age verification law could turn online privacy into a relic of the past.
MembersHow Digital ID Laws Are Killing Online Privacy and People Are Fighting Back
New state regulations force millions to trade online freedom for mandatory age verification tied to government IDs.
MembersThe Cybertruck Incident Shines Light on Auto Surveillance Reality
Your new car might be yours, but its data belongs to someone else.
State Department Rebrands Defunded Global Engagement Center into New Counter-Disinformation Hub
A new State Department unit emerges under scrutiny, inheriting millions in funding from its defunct predecessor.
Texas AG Ken Paxton Reveals Multiple Instances of Debanking Amid Political and Legal Challenges
Claims of politically motivated debanking highlight rising concerns over fairness in financial institutions.
Stopgap Spending Bill Extends Funding for Controversial Global Engagement Center Accused of Censorship
The funding extension for the GEC renews outrage over allegations of government-backed censorship disguised as counter-disinformation efforts.
Lawyers Slam DOJ’s “Insane” Online Gag Order Against Texas Doctor Who Exposed Controversial Practices on Children
Defenders argue the move targets dissent and shields the DOJ from scrutiny amid allegations of misconduct.
Texas AG Ken Paxton Investigates GARM Over Alleged Ad Cartel Demonetization Conspiracy
Ken Paxton’s probe into GARM spotlights the clash between digital ad standards and free speech, challenging the balance of power in online markets.
Texas Bill Would Restrict Online Conversation Surrounding Abortion
The bill rubs up against the First Amendment.
MembersWhen Free Speech and Privacy Goes to Court: Texas Age-Verification Digital Law Faces the Justices
The Supreme Court faces a crucial decision: is Texas’ age-verification law a shield for minors—or a creeping threat to free speech and digital privacy for all?
Texas Social Media Free Speech Law Faces New Scrutiny in First Amendment Fight
Critics argue the law’s requirements may infringe on free speech by limiting platforms’ control over their own content policies.
Meta Brings Back Face Scanning
Meta revives facial recognition in its apps, aiming to tackle scams and enhance account recovery, but privacy concerns loom over the use of sensitive biometric data.