#internet-regulation

[ follow ]
#australia

Australia PM says Musk pushing agenda after social media ban DW 12/01/2024

Australia's new law prevents under-16s from using social media without exceptions, igniting discussions around internet freedom and platform responsibilities.

How will Australia's under-16 social media ban work? We asked the law's enforcer

Australia has enacted stringent laws banning social media for children under 16, imposing heavy fines on platforms that don't verify age.

Australia PM says Musk pushing agenda after social media ban DW 12/01/2024

Australia's new law prevents under-16s from using social media without exceptions, igniting discussions around internet freedom and platform responsibilities.

How will Australia's under-16 social media ban work? We asked the law's enforcer

Australia has enacted stringent laws banning social media for children under 16, imposing heavy fines on platforms that don't verify age.
moreaustralia

UK's internet watchdog finalizes first set of rules for Online Safety law | TechCrunch

Ofcom has issued final guidelines under the Online Safety Act requiring online service providers to mitigate illegal harms to users by March 2025.

French court blocks popular porn site... subdomain | TechCrunch

Legal loopholes can undermine regulatory actions against online content.
Missteps in legal complaints can create unintended consequences for child protection efforts.
#freedom-of-speech

Internet freedom is fading in the new era of social control

The internet's evolution has shifted from a liberating force to a mechanism of social control, prompting calls for stricter regulation of online behavior.

No Country Should be Making Speech Rules for the World

No single country should have the power to restrict speech online globally, as it sets a dangerous precedent for online expression and users' rights.

Telegram CEO Durov says his arrest 'misguided'

Pavel Durov criticized French authorities for arresting him over third-party crimes on Telegram, labeling the legal approach as misguided.

Internet freedom is fading in the new era of social control

The internet's evolution has shifted from a liberating force to a mechanism of social control, prompting calls for stricter regulation of online behavior.

No Country Should be Making Speech Rules for the World

No single country should have the power to restrict speech online globally, as it sets a dangerous precedent for online expression and users' rights.

Telegram CEO Durov says his arrest 'misguided'

Pavel Durov criticized French authorities for arresting him over third-party crimes on Telegram, labeling the legal approach as misguided.
morefreedom-of-speech
#fcc

Sixth Circuit Title II Oral Arguments on FCC Definitions Center on Major Questions

The case examines the ambiguous definitions surrounding internet service regulation and the implications of agency authority under the Major Questions Doctrine.

Net neutrality is back: U.S. promises fast, safe and reliable internet for all

Government restores net neutrality rules for faster and more reliable internet connections by classifying broadband as a public utility.

Net neutrality restored as FCC votes to regulate internet providers

Restoration of net neutrality rules was approved by FCC, preventing broadband providers from favoritism. Previous rules were overturned in 2017, new legislation reinforces equal online treatment.

FCC vote means net neutrality is back, for the moment

Restoration of net neutrality rules by FCC after seven years, impacting internet traffic equality and ISP practices.

Sixth Circuit Title II Oral Arguments on FCC Definitions Center on Major Questions

The case examines the ambiguous definitions surrounding internet service regulation and the implications of agency authority under the Major Questions Doctrine.

Net neutrality is back: U.S. promises fast, safe and reliable internet for all

Government restores net neutrality rules for faster and more reliable internet connections by classifying broadband as a public utility.

Net neutrality restored as FCC votes to regulate internet providers

Restoration of net neutrality rules was approved by FCC, preventing broadband providers from favoritism. Previous rules were overturned in 2017, new legislation reinforces equal online treatment.

FCC vote means net neutrality is back, for the moment

Restoration of net neutrality rules by FCC after seven years, impacting internet traffic equality and ISP practices.
morefcc
#elon-musk

Musk Finds a Way Around Brazil's X Ban

Elon Musk's X re-emerged in Brazil after a three-week block, showcasing a clash between national law and internet freedom.

SpaceX Starlink faces sanctions in Brazil over Elon Musk's X access

Starlink faces potential sanctions in Brazil for noncompliance with a court-ordered block on X.

Morning Docket: 10.31.24

Elon Musk's involvement in election matters raises important questions about accountability and influence of wealthy individuals in politics.

Cloudflare helps Brazil block Elon Musk's X after platform briefly evaded ban

X's temporary service restoration in Brazil was due to a switch in network providers, but it is expected to be blocked again soon.

Musk Finds a Way Around Brazil's X Ban

Elon Musk's X re-emerged in Brazil after a three-week block, showcasing a clash between national law and internet freedom.

SpaceX Starlink faces sanctions in Brazil over Elon Musk's X access

Starlink faces potential sanctions in Brazil for noncompliance with a court-ordered block on X.

Morning Docket: 10.31.24

Elon Musk's involvement in election matters raises important questions about accountability and influence of wealthy individuals in politics.

Cloudflare helps Brazil block Elon Musk's X after platform briefly evaded ban

X's temporary service restoration in Brazil was due to a switch in network providers, but it is expected to be blocked again soon.
moreelon-musk
#china

China Wants to Start a National Internet ID System

Websites in China may adopt a national internet ID system controlled by the government for user verification, citing privacy protection and anti-fraud measures.

China cracks down on uncivilised' online puns used to discuss sensitive topics

China's crackdown on puns and homophones intensifies online censorship efforts, limiting creative discourse on sensitive subjects.

China Wants to Start a National Internet ID System

Websites in China may adopt a national internet ID system controlled by the government for user verification, citing privacy protection and anti-fraud measures.

China cracks down on uncivilised' online puns used to discuss sensitive topics

China's crackdown on puns and homophones intensifies online censorship efforts, limiting creative discourse on sensitive subjects.
morechina

The anonymous, anything-goes forum at the heart of the Pelicot rape case

Pelicot's case reveals the horrors of online abuse and the consequences of unregulated platforms.
The trial has sparked a national conversation about sexual assault and digital culpability.

Russia is banning Discord, an app its military uses | TechCrunch

Russia is banning Discord, despite its military's reliance on the platform for communications.
#tech-accountability

Analysis | Musk and Durov are facing the revenge of the regulators

Governments are increasingly taking action against tech moguls like Elon Musk, marking a significant shift in accountability for social media companies.

Can Tech Executives Be Held Responsible for What Happens on Their Platforms?

Internet executives face increasing scrutiny and potential legal accountability for their platforms' content, marking a significant shift in tech regulation.
Pavel Durov's arrest highlights the growing trend of holding senior tech leaders accountable for platform-related issues.

Analysis | Musk and Durov are facing the revenge of the regulators

Governments are increasingly taking action against tech moguls like Elon Musk, marking a significant shift in accountability for social media companies.

Can Tech Executives Be Held Responsible for What Happens on Their Platforms?

Internet executives face increasing scrutiny and potential legal accountability for their platforms' content, marking a significant shift in tech regulation.
Pavel Durov's arrest highlights the growing trend of holding senior tech leaders accountable for platform-related issues.
moretech-accountability

Ad Tech Is Not Big Tech

Big tech's privacy-first attitude may prioritize profits over consumer interests.

China creates its own ChatGPT chatbot based on Xi Jinping

China's top internet regulator has created a chatbot based on President Xi Jinping's philosophy to engage residents in using AI securely.

Report: Google's March Core Update to Algo Finished After 52 Days, More Destruction Coming to Website Owners - Showbiz411

Google's algorithm updates significantly impact web traffic and require engagement with SEO experts for understanding and recovery processes.

The internet is not theirs: shifting towards a public service

Judge Santiago Pedraz suspended Telegram in Spain due to copyright infringement allegations but later reversed the decision.
The potential ban of TikTok in the U.S. raises concerns about data security and internet regulation.

Labour considers nudification' ban and cross-party pledge on AI deepfakes

Labour considering ban on nudification tools for deepfakes
Regulation needed to prevent harmful uses of AI

Wyoming's New DAO Bill Gives Crypto a Boost to Sweep Out Internet Incumbents

Large tech companies dominate the internet, extracting value from users.
Blockchain technology offers a solution to create an open internet without oligarchy.

The US Supreme Court Holds the Future of the Internet in Its Hands

The US Supreme Court is considering the impact of state laws on internet regulation.
The court's ruling could potentially change the landscape of online free speech and moderation.
#free-speech

It's Time For Lawmakers to Listen to Courts: Your Law Regulating Online Speech Will Harm Internet Users' Free Speech Rights

Court rulings consistently strike down laws censoring the internet, emphasizing the importance of focusing on advancing legislation that solves online privacy and competition issues without limiting users' free speech.

Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Social Media Laws

The Supreme Court heard arguments on First Amendment cases regarding internet company content moderation laws in Florida and Texas.
Both liberal and conservative justices expressed interest in further fact-finding on how the laws would operate before making a final decision.

It's Time For Lawmakers to Listen to Courts: Your Law Regulating Online Speech Will Harm Internet Users' Free Speech Rights

Court rulings consistently strike down laws censoring the internet, emphasizing the importance of focusing on advancing legislation that solves online privacy and competition issues without limiting users' free speech.

Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Social Media Laws

The Supreme Court heard arguments on First Amendment cases regarding internet company content moderation laws in Florida and Texas.
Both liberal and conservative justices expressed interest in further fact-finding on how the laws would operate before making a final decision.
morefree-speech

The Text File that Runs the Internet

Robots.txt is a handshake deal among internet pioneers to regulate web access.
Robots.txt allows website owners to control web indexing and access.

Opinion: Gutting key internet law won't truly protect children online

Section 230 of the U.S.C. protects online platforms from being treated as publishers or speakers of user-generated content.
Section 230's protections are limited, as online services can still be held responsible for violating federal criminal laws or creating harmful or illegal content.

Flooding In Belarusian Capital Disrupts Transport Links

Sharing, liking, or saving content in Russia could lead to fines or imprisonment.

Jailed Russian Journalist Added To Terrorist List Over Links To Navalny's Team

Sharing, liking, or saving specific content could lead to fines or imprisonment in Russia and Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine.

North Korea's 'Deepening Military Cooperation' With Moscow Condemned

Sharing, liking, or saving content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine could lead to fines or imprisonment.
[ Load more ]