The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is fighting against the Trump administration's move to eliminate federal funding, which could jeopardize various internet security projects. The OTF supports initiatives like Let's Encrypt and the Tor network, aimed at enhancing online privacy and promoting democracy. Following an executive order to eliminate the US Agency for Global Media, which manages significant grant funds, the OTF has filed a lawsuit to maintain its funding. They argue that the funds were specifically allocated by Congress in 2024, making any cancellation unconstitutional.
An organization that bankrolls various internet security projects has asked a Washington DC court to prevent the Trump administration from cancelling its federal funding - fearing limited access to essential tools.
The Open Technology Fund backs projects including the nonprofit certificate authority Let's Encrypt and the Tor anonymizing network, designed to improve online privacy, promote democracy, and thwart repression.
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