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HR 9495: Bill Threatening Nonprofits Passes House - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The HR 9495 bill allows unilateral stripping of nonprofit status based on 'terrorism' accusations, raising concerns over political retribution and chilling effects on civil society.
#tiktok

TikTok CEO Urges Users To Reach Out To Their Senators About Possible Ban

Banning TikTok could lead to loss of jobs and revenue, centralizing power in other social media platforms.
Some lawmakers are concerned about potential violations of constitutional rights, while others prioritize national security over free speech.

TikTok faces new lawsuits in the US accusing it of harming children

TikTok faces lawsuits for allegedly using addictive software to harm children and misrepresent its safety measures.

The US TikTok Ban Clears Its First Hurdle. What's Next?

The US House of Representatives passed a bill that could force the sale of TikTok or lead to a total ban in the US.
The legislation would give ByteDance 180 days to sell TikTok or face removal from app stores and web-hosting services in the US.

Joe Biden says he would sign bill that would force a sale or ban of TikTok

President Biden supports bill to force TikTok sale or ban in the US
TikTok fights against the legislation by encouraging users to oppose the measure

US authorities move a step closer to banning TikTok | Computer Weekly

The US House of Representatives passed a bill potentially banning TikTok, citing national security concerns.
The bill proposes forcing TikTok's owner, ByteDance, to spin off the app to avoid a ban.

TikTok's CEO urges users to 'protect your constitutional rights' as US ban looms

TikTok CEO urges users to protect constitutional rights and implies legal challenge if bill passes into law
Bill could force TikTok to sell to a US company within six months or face ban from US app stores

TikTok CEO Urges Users To Reach Out To Their Senators About Possible Ban

Banning TikTok could lead to loss of jobs and revenue, centralizing power in other social media platforms.
Some lawmakers are concerned about potential violations of constitutional rights, while others prioritize national security over free speech.

TikTok faces new lawsuits in the US accusing it of harming children

TikTok faces lawsuits for allegedly using addictive software to harm children and misrepresent its safety measures.

The US TikTok Ban Clears Its First Hurdle. What's Next?

The US House of Representatives passed a bill that could force the sale of TikTok or lead to a total ban in the US.
The legislation would give ByteDance 180 days to sell TikTok or face removal from app stores and web-hosting services in the US.

Joe Biden says he would sign bill that would force a sale or ban of TikTok

President Biden supports bill to force TikTok sale or ban in the US
TikTok fights against the legislation by encouraging users to oppose the measure

US authorities move a step closer to banning TikTok | Computer Weekly

The US House of Representatives passed a bill potentially banning TikTok, citing national security concerns.
The bill proposes forcing TikTok's owner, ByteDance, to spin off the app to avoid a ban.

TikTok's CEO urges users to 'protect your constitutional rights' as US ban looms

TikTok CEO urges users to protect constitutional rights and implies legal challenge if bill passes into law
Bill could force TikTok to sell to a US company within six months or face ban from US app stores
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Sanders Plans Floor Vote on Joint Resolutions Blocking US Arms Sales to Israel

Sen. Bernie Sanders is advocating for a vote to block arms sales to Israel, citing violations of U.S. and international law.

Under-16 social-media ban - a great idea from Down Under

Australia's proposed social media ban for kids under 16 seeks to protect mental health by holding platforms accountable for screening.
US lawmakers should consider Australia's approach to regulate social media use among minors.
#gun-control

This Popular Semi-Automatic Rifle Costs Less Than $400

Modern sporting rifles are a significant portion of U.S. firearms and are linked to mass shootings, highlighting their political divisiveness.

This is the Most Common Gun Type Owned in Your State

The National Firearms Act regulates firearm ownership in the U.S., with significant variations in compliance across states.

This Popular Semi-Automatic Rifle Costs Less Than $400

Modern sporting rifles are a significant portion of U.S. firearms and are linked to mass shootings, highlighting their political divisiveness.

This is the Most Common Gun Type Owned in Your State

The National Firearms Act regulates firearm ownership in the U.S., with significant variations in compliance across states.
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Artificial intelligence laws in the US states are feeling the weight of corporate lobbying

The EU's AI Act is unlikely to create a global 'Brussels effect' due to strong U.S. tech industry lobbying for lighter regulations.

Montana miner laying off 700 as price for metal used in catalytic converters collapses

Sibanye-Stillwater plans to lay off 700 employees in Montana due to a sharp decline in palladium prices influenced by Russian market practices.

The US Congress is taking on AI -this computer scientist is helping

Regulation of AI is growing in the US, leading to AI scientists providing technical advice for proposed laws on AI in Congress.
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Banning TikTok Is the Wrong Way to Protect America's Social-Media Users

The House of Representatives passed a bill to effectively ban TikTok in the U.S.
TikTok must sell its shares to a U.S. government-approved buyer to remain available in the country.

TikTok ban: How Congress could push the app out of the U.S., or force ByteDance to sell | TechCrunch

TikTok ban bill passed House
Senate's divided stance on TikTok ban

How a TikTok Ban Would Play Out

TikTok's parent company ByteDance may be required to sell the app to avoid a US ban due to national security concerns.
US House of Representatives approved a bill targeting TikTok, raising concerns about data sharing and national security.

Are we really going to ban TikTok?

President Biden is likely to sign a bill potentially leading to a TikTok ban in the US.
Congress is more convinced than ever about the need for actions against TikTok's connection to China.

TikTok Could Be Banned After House Passes New Bill

The House voted to ban TikTok if the China-based owner doesn't sell, but the Senate and President's approval are needed.
Lawmakers see TikTok's ownership structure as a national security threat due to data mining concerns.

US House passes bill that could ban TikTok nationwide

US House of Representatives approved a bill that could ban TikTok if ByteDance does not sell its controlling stake in six months.
Lawmakers are concerned about China's influence on TikTok due to ByteDance's obligation to share data with Chinese officials.

Banning TikTok Is the Wrong Way to Protect America's Social-Media Users

The House of Representatives passed a bill to effectively ban TikTok in the U.S.
TikTok must sell its shares to a U.S. government-approved buyer to remain available in the country.

TikTok ban: How Congress could push the app out of the U.S., or force ByteDance to sell | TechCrunch

TikTok ban bill passed House
Senate's divided stance on TikTok ban

How a TikTok Ban Would Play Out

TikTok's parent company ByteDance may be required to sell the app to avoid a US ban due to national security concerns.
US House of Representatives approved a bill targeting TikTok, raising concerns about data sharing and national security.

Are we really going to ban TikTok?

President Biden is likely to sign a bill potentially leading to a TikTok ban in the US.
Congress is more convinced than ever about the need for actions against TikTok's connection to China.

TikTok Could Be Banned After House Passes New Bill

The House voted to ban TikTok if the China-based owner doesn't sell, but the Senate and President's approval are needed.
Lawmakers see TikTok's ownership structure as a national security threat due to data mining concerns.

US House passes bill that could ban TikTok nationwide

US House of Representatives approved a bill that could ban TikTok if ByteDance does not sell its controlling stake in six months.
Lawmakers are concerned about China's influence on TikTok due to ByteDance's obligation to share data with Chinese officials.
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Russia-Ukraine war live: Russia claims it is closing in on Chasiv Yar as Zelenskiy warns Moscow is planning major push

Russia may confiscate Western assets in retaliation for US legislation aiming to transfer seized Russian assets to Ukraine.

Congress votes to kick Uncle Sam's data broker habit

A bill progressing to the Senate aims to prohibit the US government from buying citizens' data from brokers, sparking controversy on privacy and national security concerns.

Future of Privacy Forum on LinkedIn: #linkedinlive

The article discusses an upcoming LinkedIn Live event that will explore key questions on state privacy in the U.S.
The event will feature a discussion with Keir Lamont, the Director for U.S. Legislation at the Future of Privacy Forum.
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