TikTok users flock to Chinese app RedNote as US ban looms
Users are migrating from TikTok to RedNote, making it the most downloaded app in the US.
Fashion, FOMO, and the TikTok Farewell No One Never Wanted
The TikTok ban set to take effect on January 19 may significantly alter the social media landscape and user engagement.
TikTok 2.0? Americans flock to another (heavily censored) Chinese app
Young Americans are migrating from TikTok to RedNote due to impending legal challenges of a TikTok ban.
Mark Zuckerberg Is at War With Himself
Mark Zuckerberg is shifting Meta's approach towards prioritizing free speech and political content, reflecting a resistance to censorship on social media.
Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans' speech, calls for censorship investigation
Trump's executive order seeks to protect free speech from federal censorship, aligning with his campaign promises against perceived government overreach.
What is RedNote? The TikTok alternate that doesn't allow showing skin or LGBTQ+ content
RedNote is becoming a popular alternative to TikTok amid impending bans, but faces criticisms regarding content restrictions and potential similar fates.
TikTok users flock to Chinese app RedNote as US ban looms
Users are migrating from TikTok to RedNote, making it the most downloaded app in the US.
Fashion, FOMO, and the TikTok Farewell No One Never Wanted
The TikTok ban set to take effect on January 19 may significantly alter the social media landscape and user engagement.
TikTok 2.0? Americans flock to another (heavily censored) Chinese app
Young Americans are migrating from TikTok to RedNote due to impending legal challenges of a TikTok ban.
Mark Zuckerberg Is at War With Himself
Mark Zuckerberg is shifting Meta's approach towards prioritizing free speech and political content, reflecting a resistance to censorship on social media.
Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans' speech, calls for censorship investigation
Trump's executive order seeks to protect free speech from federal censorship, aligning with his campaign promises against perceived government overreach.
What is RedNote? The TikTok alternate that doesn't allow showing skin or LGBTQ+ content
RedNote is becoming a popular alternative to TikTok amid impending bans, but faces criticisms regarding content restrictions and potential similar fates.
Meta to get rid of factcheckers and recommend more political content
Meta's shift away from factchecking aims to enhance free speech and reduce censorship across its platforms.
Zuckerberg's announcement signals a change toward promoting more political discourse and audience engagement. Becoming less restrictive, Meta seeks to align with user-generated context.
Don't let Facebook off the hook for its pro-censorship past so easily
Meta is eliminating its third-party fact-checking system in favor of community notes, acknowledging prior bias and emphasizing a return to free expression.
Meta to End Fact-Checking, Cut Censorship, and Shift Content Moderation Priorities, Mark Zuckerberg Announces
Meta's content moderation overhaul emphasizes free speech, reduces censorship, and removes fact-checkers to address perceived political bias.
Meta axes third-party fact-checkers in time for second Trump term
Meta is ending its third-party fact-checking program to align with a Community Notes approach, aiming to foster relationships with conservative governments.
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta is moving moderators out of California to combat concerns about bias and censorship
Meta's relocation of safety teams aims to diminish claims of bias and enhance free expression.
Don't fall for the censorship industrial complex's superficial makeover
Meta's leadership shakeup indicates a strategic realignment, but censorship issues persist.
The censorship framework remains deeply rooted, undeterred by leadership changes at Meta.
Meta to get rid of factcheckers and recommend more political content
Meta's shift away from factchecking aims to enhance free speech and reduce censorship across its platforms.
Zuckerberg's announcement signals a change toward promoting more political discourse and audience engagement. Becoming less restrictive, Meta seeks to align with user-generated context.
Don't let Facebook off the hook for its pro-censorship past so easily
Meta is eliminating its third-party fact-checking system in favor of community notes, acknowledging prior bias and emphasizing a return to free expression.
Meta to End Fact-Checking, Cut Censorship, and Shift Content Moderation Priorities, Mark Zuckerberg Announces
Meta's content moderation overhaul emphasizes free speech, reduces censorship, and removes fact-checkers to address perceived political bias.
Meta axes third-party fact-checkers in time for second Trump term
Meta is ending its third-party fact-checking program to align with a Community Notes approach, aiming to foster relationships with conservative governments.
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta is moving moderators out of California to combat concerns about bias and censorship
Meta's relocation of safety teams aims to diminish claims of bias and enhance free expression.
Don't fall for the censorship industrial complex's superficial makeover
Meta's leadership shakeup indicates a strategic realignment, but censorship issues persist.
The censorship framework remains deeply rooted, undeterred by leadership changes at Meta.
Nicholas Carlson on Why He Left Business Insider, His New Start-Up Dynamo, and The Future of Media
Nicholas Carlson highlights the evolving challenges of digital journalism, particularly the influence of powerful individuals on media narratives and accountability.
Culture Shock
Cultural differences significantly shape media localization and design, requiring sensitivity and adaptation for global audiences.
Optimizing OpenVPN Detection: Balancing Speed and Accuracy with Window Size | HackerNoon
Implementing early detection of VPN traffic enhances real-time censorship effectiveness by utilizing a selective windowing strategy to limit flow analysis.
Challenges in Real-World VPN Detection and ISP-Level Analysis | HackerNoon
Real-world VPN detection needs to consider ISP and censor operational capabilities for effective fingerprintability insights.
Optimizing OpenVPN Detection: Balancing Speed and Accuracy with Window Size | HackerNoon
Implementing early detection of VPN traffic enhances real-time censorship effectiveness by utilizing a selective windowing strategy to limit flow analysis.
Challenges in Real-World VPN Detection and ISP-Level Analysis | HackerNoon
Real-world VPN detection needs to consider ISP and censor operational capabilities for effective fingerprintability insights.
Censorship fears over Queen Elizabeth documents due soon for public release
The Independent champions accessible journalism during crucial events, highlighting the issues around censorship and transparency in royal document releases.
Can I Ban Books From My Front-Yard Little Free Library?
Maintaining a Little Free Library raises ethical questions about curating content, especially regarding the inclusion of anti-science religious literature.
US cartoonist quits Washington Post over Trump, Bezos sketch DW 01/04/2025
Ann Telnaes resigned from Washington Post over censorship of her cartoon, alleging it was silenced due to critical depiction of powerful figures and Trump.
Comedian who thought of herself as 'pretty liberal' tears into Dem Party
Whitney Cummings criticizes the current left for hypocrisy and censorship, advocating for open criticism among supporters.
US cartoonist quits Washington Post over Trump, Bezos sketch DW 01/04/2025
Ann Telnaes resigned from Washington Post over censorship of her cartoon, alleging it was silenced due to critical depiction of powerful figures and Trump.
Comedian who thought of herself as 'pretty liberal' tears into Dem Party
Whitney Cummings criticizes the current left for hypocrisy and censorship, advocating for open criticism among supporters.
Washington Post Cartoonist Quits After Paper Censors Criticism of Owner Jeff Bezos
Ann Telnaes resigned from The Washington Post after the newspaper refused to publish her cartoon critiquing billionaire executives for supporting Trump.
Washington Post cartoonist resigns over paper's refusal to publish cartoon critical of Jeff Bezos
Ann Telnaes resigned after The Washington Post refused to publish her cartoon of Jeff Bezos kneeling before Trump, citing editorial differences.
Washington Post Cartoonist Quits After Paper Censors Criticism of Owner Jeff Bezos
Ann Telnaes resigned from The Washington Post after the newspaper refused to publish her cartoon critiquing billionaire executives for supporting Trump.
Washington Post cartoonist resigns over paper's refusal to publish cartoon critical of Jeff Bezos
Ann Telnaes resigned after The Washington Post refused to publish her cartoon of Jeff Bezos kneeling before Trump, citing editorial differences.
Israel extends closure of Al Jazeera office in occupied West Bank
Renewed closure of Al Jazeera's office in Ramallah reflects ongoing censorship issues and heightened tensions in the region surrounding press freedom.
Should mocking God be off-limits? DW 01/07/2025
Cartoonists must continue to satirize religious figures, as the fight for freedom of expression is increasingly crucial in the face of global censorship.
Artists who boycott Israel push back against Florida government's ban on hiring them
Florida's law prohibiting contracts with entities that boycott Israel impacts artists' freedom of expression and access to funding.
Here's what Glenn Close said during her censored 2025 Golden Globes speech
Glenn Close was censored during her 2025 Golden Globes speech, highlighting the tension between celebration and censorship at high-profile events.
The new year looks the same as last year at The Washington Post - Poynter
Ann Telnaes' resignation highlights concerns about editorial censorship and its implications for press freedom in the context of political commentary.
Would you drop Of Mice and Men from the exam syllabus? The answer isn't black and white | Nels Abbey
The removal of Of Mice and Men from the GCSE syllabus raises questions about balancing literary merit with the potential emotional impact of its racist language.
Washington Post Cartoonist Quits After Jeff Bezos Cartoon Is Killed
Ann Telnaes resigned from The Washington Post after her cartoon of Jeff Bezos was rejected, citing concerns for editorial independence and press freedom.