#digital-rights

#digital-rights

EFF's 2023 report focused on privacy rights and highlighted significant victories in digital rights advocacy, impacting legislation and public awareness.

EFF is committed to defending digital rights, user privacy, and free expression in the post-election landscape.

Law and policy should be careful and technologically neutral to protect individual rights, regardless of the technology in question.

The NO FAKES Act threatens free speech by allowing lawsuits over AI-generated imitations, making it vulnerable to abuse and censorship.

Apple has removed 60 VPNs from its Russian App Store amid a Kremlin crackdown, threatening digital freedom and privacy.

EFF actively promotes digital rights in Europe, focusing on freedom of expression and privacy in the context of online platforms.

Congress almost passed the Kids Online Safety Act, which threatens online rights and privacy, but strong opposition prevented it from going through the House.

A 93-year-old professor's YouTube channel was wrongfully terminated for alleged explicit content due to hacking, highlighting issues with social media's appeal processes.

2024 was a challenging year for major tech companies, highlighting failures and obstacles in delivering reliable services and protecting digital rights.

Portland's Digital Safety Fair showcased community engagement in digital rights, underscoring the importance of transparency and collaboration among local organizations.

New York introduces paid prenatal leave in 2025, enhancing support for pregnant employees.

California enacts laws to protect minors in online content and their digital likeness from misuse.

Valve clarifies that Steam purchases are licenses, not ownership, complying with upcoming California regulations.

EFA is experiencing significant growth in digital rights advocacy across the USA, especially on college campuses, supported by rebranding and enhanced resources.

Mozilla's rebranding emphasizes nostalgia while reinforcing its commitment to digital rights and innovation.

CFC raises funds for EFF supporting privacy and free speech; important for civil liberties.

EFF's Certbot tool has revolutionized website security by making SSL certification accessible and free, contributing to widespread internet encryption.

Grassroots support is crucial for EFF's mission to advocate for online privacy and free expression.

Telegram faces scrutiny for its encryption practices and handling of user data in light of recent arrests.

The Human Rights Law Centre empowers Australian tech employees to address harmful practices via a new guide on whistleblowing rights.

Freedom of expression is essential and intrinsic to human existence, likened to the air we breathe.

Media companies are adapting by using middlemen to license content to AI businesses.

Emerging firms provide solutions to get compensated for AI scraping their content.

Video game preservation efforts face setbacks as the Copyright Office denies remote lending requests, complicating access to classic games.

The U.S. Copyright Office denied new exemptions for AI and educational use under Section 1201 of the DMCA due to lack of sufficient evidence.

Trump's repost of a fake Taylor Swift image underscores the urgency for legal protections against unauthorized digital likenesses.

The TikTok ban sets a dangerous precedent for free speech and governance in the U.S.

Concerns over foreign manipulation should not justify limiting citizens' communication tools.

California's AB 2426 mandates that companies inform consumers they are only licensing, not owning, digital content.

Australia's world-first law banning under-16s from social media aims to protect children but risks pushing them to more dangerous online spaces.

YouTube is empowering actors and athletes to manage their AI likenesses through a collaboration with CAA.

YouTube is enhancing creator rights over AI-generated likenesses through new tools and partnerships.

The platform aims to protect creators’ digital identity and voice against unauthorized AI usage.

YouTube and CAA are collaborating to identify and remove fake AI clips of celebrities using a dedicated database.

AI technologies pose existential threats to creators and their rights.

The Creative Origin Alliance aims to protect artists in the era of AI.

Big Tech companies face backlash from creators for using their work without consent.

YouTube gives creators control over their content used for AI training, following criticisms about unauthorized use.

California has enacted new laws protecting actors from unauthorized AI replicas, setting a significant precedent for technology legislation nationally.

Duncan Crabtree-Ireland's leadership at SAG-AFTRA addresses the ethical and legal challenges posed by AI in recreating actors' performances.

Robert Downey Jr. plans to sue for unauthorized AI recreations of his likeness, regardless of his future status.

Recent legal accountability cases signal a potential shift in how social media platforms are regulated and held responsible for their content.

Printer ink is expensive due to monopolies and exploitation, not high production costs.

Digital Rights Bytes provides resources for understanding digital rights and technology.

Australia is the first country to pass a law banning children under 16 from social media platforms.

Stay informed about digital rights, privacy protections, and the implications of legislation affecting online freedoms.

Geofence warrants are determined to be unconstitutional, highlighting the importance of protecting individual privacy.

California's 2024 legislative session saw key victories for digital rights, including the defeat of several bills that threatened privacy protections.

Eva Galperin exemplifies cypherpunks' commitment to privacy and freedom online, shaped by her personal history of political oppression.

Innovative technologists in India created a clever hack to use AirPod Pro 2s as hearing aids for grandmothers, showcasing technology's potential for accessibility.

The "How to Fix the Internet" podcast addresses technology's challenges and proposes creative solutions for a better future.

Consumer activists urge the FTC to curb practices that limit functionality of purchased devices, affecting ownership rights and resale value.

Device repair has been made unnecessarily expensive by companies, but awareness and advocacy can help consumers take back their right to repair.

Tanka Aryal advocates for digital rights and freedom of expression in Nepal, stressing its importance for democracy and civic engagement.

The arrest of Telegram's CEO raises concerns about how authorities handle platforms that resist compliance with regulations on harmful content.

Meta has successfully dismissed a lawsuit challenging its control over third-party tools like Unfollow Everything 2.0, invoking Section 230 protections.