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Movie Industry’s Push for ISP Site-Blocking Legislation Sparks Controversy Over Internet Censorship
The MPA’s latest campaign to block piracy sites could transform internet freedom and ignite a fierce battle over digital rights.
Controversy Swirls as Speaker Johnson Sidesteps Key Privacy Reform in Surveillance Law Overhaul
Speaker Johnson’s maneuver could derail crucial surveillance reforms in Congress.
Apple Pushes Podcasters to Join Subscription Program for Top Feed Placement
A new report reveals that podcasters that give Apple a cut of their revenue get featured more prominently.
Jon Stewart Says Apple Asked Him Not To Interview FTC Chair Lina Khan
It isn’t the first time Apple has been accused of trying to manipulate the show, before it ultimately pulled the plug to avoid criticism of China.
Supreme Court Is Asked To Resolve Split Decision in Social Media Censorship Lawsuit
The case involves three plaintiffs who allege their First Amendment rights were violated when the US Surgeon General and HHS directed Twitter to suspend and censor them for criticizing the government’s Covid response.
Hillary Clinton Takes Aim at “Disinformation,” “Negative, Virulent Content,” and Memes Ahead of the 2024 Elections
Clinton is already working on an AI panic narrative ahead of the censorship push for 2024.
Shifting Election Narratives and Tech Collusion: Federal Government Continues Outreach to Tech Companies
After a temporary alleged pause, government agencies are back colluding with tech platforms.
AMA President Advocates for Stricter Censorship of Health “Misinformation,” Urges Platforms To Follow YouTube’s Strict Speech Policy
Jesse Ehrenfeld calls for online censorship.
UK High Court Opens a Path for Assange To Appeal US Extradition
Assange has been granted an appeal if the US doesn’t make several provisions.
Washington Post Backs State Department’s Global Engagement Center Amid Censorship Controversies
The entity has flagged social media posts for censorship and has been sued for its promotion of censorship technology.
FBI and DHS Share and Receive “Extremism” Data with Social Media and Gaming Companies
A new report reveals how the agencies and games companies interact.
Federal Reserve Declares CBDC a “Key Duty” to Congress, Despite Public Statements Attempting To Downplay Its Focus
“If you don’t think the Fed is pursuing a CBDC, think again.”