ICE-tracking Apps Removed from the App Store: How Government Pressure Is Shaping the Tech Landscape In a recent turn of events, ICE-tracking apps have been pulled from the App Store, leaving users and developers in a state of uncertainty. The decision to remove these apps comes after developers revealed that the US Department of Justice […]
More social media platforms could face under-16 ban in Australia
More Social Media Platforms Could Face Under-16 Ban in Australia Australia is taking a bold stance in the realm of social media regulation by expanding its under-16 ban to include more platforms. WhatsApp and Reddit are among the targets of this initiative, as regulators in the country aim to bolster child protection measures despite facing […]
Google claims censorship under Biden, vows to restore banned YouTube accounts
Google Claims Censorship Under Biden, Vows to Restore Banned YouTube Accounts Google has announced it will allow YouTube accounts previously banned for political speech to be reinstated, citing concerns over censorship under the Biden administration. The tech giant’s move comes amidst growing scrutiny over the role of social media companies in moderating content and the […]
China cracks down on Kuaishou and Weibo over alleged online content violations
China Cracks Down on Kuaishou and Weibo Over Alleged Online Content Violations China’s internet regulator has recently issued a stern warning to popular social media platforms Kuaishou and Weibo for their alleged lax content controls. The crackdown comes as part of a broader effort by Chinese authorities to tackle harmful online trends and reduce the […]
500GB leak exposes China’s Great Firewall files used for global censorship
500GB Leak Exposes China’s Great Firewall Files Used for Global Censorship On September 11, a huge breach exposed the inner workings of China’s powerful internet censorship system, known as the Great Firewall. The leak, totaling a massive 500GB of data, revealed a treasure trove of files detailing the mechanisms and strategies employed by Chinese authorities […]
Nepal lifts social media ban after protests
Nepal Lifts Social Media Ban After Protests In a significant turn of events, Nepal has decided to lift its ban on social media platforms following widespread youth-led protests across the nation. The ban, which was imposed amidst rising tensions, sparked outrage among the population, with many accusing officials of using it as a tool to […]
Trump threatens sanctions on EU over Digital Services Act
Trump Threatens Sanctions on EU Over Digital Services Act The ongoing debate between the United States and the European Union regarding the Digital Services Act (DSA) has reached a boiling point, with President Trump threatening sanctions against the EU. The crux of the issue lies in the differing perspectives on the impact of the DSA […]
Article 19 report finds Belarus’s ‘anti-extremism’ laws threaten digital rights
Belarus’s Anti-Extremism Laws Threaten Digital Rights A recent report by Article 19 has shed light on the oppressive nature of Belarus’s ‘anti-extremist’ and ‘anti-terrorist’ laws, revealing how these regulations pose a serious threat to digital rights in the country. The report uncovers a troubling pattern in which individuals are targeted and prosecuted for online criticism, […]
Google AI Mode raises fears over control of news
Google AI Mode Raises Fears Over Control of News Critics are sounding the alarm as Google’s new AI mode raises concerns over the tech giant’s increasing control over the news that users see. With the rise of artificial intelligence in curating and disseminating information, there is a growing fear that Google’s algorithms could potentially manipulate […]
Trump pushes for ‘anti-woke’ AI in US government contracts
Trump Pushes for ‘Anti-Woke’ AI in US Government Contracts Former President Donald Trump has recently made headlines by advocating for the inclusion of ‘anti-woke’ artificial intelligence (AI) in US government contracts. This directive aims to ensure transparency in AI models that handle political content, a move that has sparked both support and criticism across the […]