Inside the Fight For Your Digital FreedomUnderstanding digital rights is crucial in today's era of mass surveillance and cybersecurity threats.
EFF's 2023 Annual Report Highlights a Year of Victories: 2024 in ReviewEFF's 2023 report focused on privacy rights and highlighted significant victories in digital rights advocacy, impacting legislation and public awareness.
Closing the Gap in Encryption on MobileMore robust encryption on mobile devices is essential due to government attacks on digital rights and privacy.Current mobile app encryption practices are often non-standard and not user-verified.
Celebrating the Life of Aaron Swartz: Aaron Swartz Day 2024Aaron Swartz championed digital rights and open internet access, leaving a lasting legacy after his tragic death.
Inside the Fight For Your Digital FreedomUnderstanding digital rights is crucial in today's era of mass surveillance and cybersecurity threats.
EFF's 2023 Annual Report Highlights a Year of Victories: 2024 in ReviewEFF's 2023 report focused on privacy rights and highlighted significant victories in digital rights advocacy, impacting legislation and public awareness.
Closing the Gap in Encryption on MobileMore robust encryption on mobile devices is essential due to government attacks on digital rights and privacy.Current mobile app encryption practices are often non-standard and not user-verified.
Celebrating the Life of Aaron Swartz: Aaron Swartz Day 2024Aaron Swartz championed digital rights and open internet access, leaving a lasting legacy after his tragic death.
Internet shutdowns at record high in Africa as access weaponised'Digital blackouts in Africa hit a record high in 2024, with 21 shutdowns in 15 countries, surpassing previous records.
RFE/RL Journalist Kuznechyk Released After More Than 3 Years In Belarus PrisonEngaging with online content in Russia or controlled territories could lead to severe legal repercussions.
Opinion: Don't get 'river-crabbed!' How China's cracking down on punny dissentCensorship in China extends to seemingly innocuous language that may imply dissent against President Xi.
Duolingo removes LGBTQ references in Russia after government warns of 'extremism'Duolingo had to remove LGBTQ references in Russia due to warnings from the Kremlin, citing extremist concerns.
The Encyclopedia Hijacked: Wikipedia, the CIA, and the CCDH's Campaign Against Sayer Ji and GreenMedInfoThe CIA and CCDH coordinated to target Sayer Ji on Wikipedia, revealing censorship efforts against alternative health advocates by powerful organizations.
Apple quietly deletes nearly a hundred VPNs that allowed Russians to get around censorshipApple's removal of VPN apps in Russia compromises user access to information and contributes to government censorship.
Is internet freedom slipping away in Southeast Asia? DW 10/29/2024Southeast Asia experiences significant declines in internet freedoms, with Myanmar and China noted as the worst offenders.
You need a router-based VPN in 2025. How why and how to set one upVPNs are essential for navigating restricted internet access and enhancing digital privacy.
Opinion: Don't get 'river-crabbed!' How China's cracking down on punny dissentCensorship in China extends to seemingly innocuous language that may imply dissent against President Xi.
Duolingo removes LGBTQ references in Russia after government warns of 'extremism'Duolingo had to remove LGBTQ references in Russia due to warnings from the Kremlin, citing extremist concerns.
The Encyclopedia Hijacked: Wikipedia, the CIA, and the CCDH's Campaign Against Sayer Ji and GreenMedInfoThe CIA and CCDH coordinated to target Sayer Ji on Wikipedia, revealing censorship efforts against alternative health advocates by powerful organizations.
Apple quietly deletes nearly a hundred VPNs that allowed Russians to get around censorshipApple's removal of VPN apps in Russia compromises user access to information and contributes to government censorship.
Is internet freedom slipping away in Southeast Asia? DW 10/29/2024Southeast Asia experiences significant declines in internet freedoms, with Myanmar and China noted as the worst offenders.
You need a router-based VPN in 2025. How why and how to set one upVPNs are essential for navigating restricted internet access and enhancing digital privacy.
Using a VPN is no longer enough. Protect your entire network with WireGuard - here's howVPNs are essential for bypassing internet restrictions and ensuring online privacy in an increasingly controlled digital landscape.
How we test VPNsVPNs are crucial for privacy and security, especially on unsecured networks, by masking your IP and allowing access to restricted content.
Using a VPN is no longer enough. Protect your entire network with WireGuard - here's howVPNs are essential for bypassing internet restrictions and ensuring online privacy in an increasingly controlled digital landscape.
How we test VPNsVPNs are crucial for privacy and security, especially on unsecured networks, by masking your IP and allowing access to restricted content.
Behind the Diner-Digital Rights Bytes: 2024 in ReviewDigital Rights Bytes aims to educate non-tech-savvy individuals about technology and internet freedom in a friendly, approachable manner.
EFF Continued to Champion Users' Online Speech and Fought Efforts to Curtail It: 2024 in ReviewSection 230 is essential for protecting online speech and hosting diverse opinions without legal repercussions. Its repeal would be detrimental to free expression.
The Frightening Stakes of this Halloween's Net Neutrality HearingThe future of the open internet is threatened by broadband companies seeking to undermine net neutrality protections.
Russia throttles YouTube, popular with kids, celebrities and dissidentsRussians are losing access to YouTube, impacting the flow of independent information amidst increased government control over social media.
Did Communism Really Fall?The narrative of the fall of Communism is complex, as authoritarian practices persist in Russia and beyond.
Who is Pavel Durov? Billionaire founder of Telegram remains a mysterious figurePavel Durov, founder of VK and Telegram, was detained in France due to allegations related to criminal activities on his messaging platform.
Telegram app founder Pavel Durov arrested at airport in FranceDurov's arrest highlights security concerns over Telegram's lack of moderators enabling criminal activity.
Who is Pavel Durov? Billionaire founder of Telegram remains a mysterious figurePavel Durov, founder of VK and Telegram, was detained in France due to allegations related to criminal activities on his messaging platform.
Telegram app founder Pavel Durov arrested at airport in FranceDurov's arrest highlights security concerns over Telegram's lack of moderators enabling criminal activity.
Russia Claims Ukraine Used U.S.-Made Rockets In Kursk, Killing CiviliansEngagement with certain content in Russia or occupied areas can lead to legal consequences.
Kim Dotcom: 5 outrageous moments from the internet folk legendKim Dotcom, facing extradition to the US, emphasizes his self-portrayal as an 'internet freedom fighter' amidst serious legal challenges.His past, characterized by early hacking and founding Megaupload, has led to criminal charges and potential long-term imprisonment.
EU Voices Concern, Asks Hungary For Clarifications On Plan To Ease Entry For Russians, BelarusiansFacing fines or imprisonment for interacting with certain content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine.
US enhances banking and internet access for Cuban companiesPrivate Cuban businesses can now access U.S. internet and banking services more easily.
The VPN Surge in Texas - What's Driving It?The block of Pornhub in Texas led to a surge in VPN usage, highlighting the importance of content access.Searches for VPNs skyrocketed in Texas, reflecting significant interest in bypassing restrictions.
Trial Of U.S. Journalist Gershkovich Begins In RussiaBe cautious in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine while interacting with certain content to avoid fines or imprisonment.