Next UK Online Safety Bill to Be Even Tougher, Culture Secretary Says Drew Wilson | November 26, 2021 The Online Safety bill represented a serious risk to free speech. Culture Secretary, Nadine Dorries says it’s going to be tougher next time.
Indonesia Court Greenlights Internet Censorship As Link Taxes Considered Drew Wilson | November 25, 2021 Indonesia is considering a bill that would push link taxes. This as a court gives the OK for Internet censorship.
A Look at Possible Timelines for Canada’s Internet and Speech Crackdown Drew Wilson | November 24, 2021 With the Throne Speech confirming the Liberals intent on cracking down on the Internet, we look at some timelines to see what could be ahead.
Liberals Reaffirm Their Commitment to the War on the Open Internet in Throne Speech Drew Wilson | November 23, 2021 Today’s Throne Speech showcases the Liberal’s war on the open Internet. There was one surprise, however with one element being missing.
Letter From Anti-Hate Group Offside With Anti-Racism Groups Over Online Harms Drew Wilson | November 22, 2021 A letter from an anti-hate group urged the government to push through online harms regulation. This despite anti-racism groups fearing it would further oppress them.
UK Online Safety Bill Raises Concerns About Freedom of Expression Drew Wilson | November 19, 2021 The UK is proposing a so-called “Online Safety Bill” aimed at tackling harmful content. This has many worried about free speech.
Prof: Media Organization Slashes Jobs After Receiving $52 Million in Subsidies Drew Wilson | November 18, 2021 As the link tax debate continues, one professor is pointing out how one organization received major subsidies only to slash jobs.
Major Concerns Being Raised Over Europe’s Digital Services Act Drew Wilson | November 17, 2021 Europe’s Digital Services Act is threatening to establish major liabilities for online platforms. That has many people concerned.
Only 36% of Canadian Businesses Know Where Data is Coming or Going Drew Wilson | November 16, 2021 A new survey suggests that only 36% of Canadian businesses where their data is coming or going. Probably not comforting for those who value privacy.
Publishers Already Complaining They’re Not Getting Enough Money from Google News Showcase Drew Wilson | November 15, 2021 Big publishing is already complaining that it isn’t getting enough money from the new Google News Showcase.
