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Media industry

Inside Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

Media industry

Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

Media industry

Inside Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

Media industry

Sky's war on dodgy boxes: 'A member of the family who is a garda has one - half the station has them'

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fromIrish Independent

2 days ago

Sky should drop 'greedy' legal action against dodgy box users, TD Paul Murphy says

Sky intends to use the information obtained from a court case to take legal actions against the resellers and some of the end users, marking the first time end users could face legal action.

EU data protection

NYC politics

fromGothamist

Religious buffer zones still on the table in Albany

State lawmakers support buffer zones around religious sites, but recent legislation lacks defined protest-free areas due to civil liberties concerns.

UK news

fromwww.bbc.com

2 days ago

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds

New laws will simplify subscription cancellations and refunds, potentially saving consumers nearly £170 annually.

Trump defunding of NPR and PBS blocked by judge, but damage is already done

A federal judge ruled Trump's executive order defunding NPR and PBS violated the First Amendment, but Congress cut off all funding regardless.

#fcc

US politics

Ted Cruz Pens Scathing Letter to Trump FCC Chief For Greenlighting Unprecedented Media Merger

Public health

FCC making it easier for US telcos to ditch legacy lines

New FCC rules aim to accelerate high-speed network transition but may disadvantage rural and special needs populations.

fromNextgov.com

Information security

FCC taps Farhan Khan as CIO

FCC Chair Carr's Threats to Punish Broadcasters Are Unconstitutional

Threats by FCC chair Brendan Carr to punish broadcasters for unfavorable news coverage are unconstitutional and violate First Amendment rights.

US politics

First, Colbert, now 'The View': Trump's FCC opens equal time investigation into political chat show | Fortune

US politics

FCC reject claims of censorship, announces probe into US show The View

US politics

Ted Cruz Pens Scathing Letter to Trump FCC Chief For Greenlighting Unprecedented Media Merger

Public health

FCC making it easier for US telcos to ditch legacy lines

New FCC rules aim to accelerate high-speed network transition but may disadvantage rural and special needs populations.

fromNextgov.com

Information security

FCC taps Farhan Khan as CIO

FCC Chair Carr's Threats to Punish Broadcasters Are Unconstitutional

Threats by FCC chair Brendan Carr to punish broadcasters for unfavorable news coverage are unconstitutional and violate First Amendment rights.

US politics

First, Colbert, now 'The View': Trump's FCC opens equal time investigation into political chat show | Fortune

US politics

FCC reject claims of censorship, announces probe into US show The View

AI 'slop' is flooding YouTube Kids-and more than 200 groups and experts are calling for a ban | Fortune

Over 200 child advocacy groups demand YouTube ban AI-generated videos, citing their negative impact on children's development and the platform's profit from them.

The Trump administration's antitrust honeymoon is over

The Justice Department's antitrust chief emphasizes a strong stance against corporate misconduct while remaining open to negotiations.

fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation

Judge dismisses X's antitrust lawsuit against advertisers with prejudice

Elon Musk's antitrust lawsuit against advertisers was dismissed with prejudice, barring X from refiling the case and marking a complete legal defeat.

SF politics

The Trump administration's antitrust honeymoon is over

The Justice Department's antitrust chief emphasizes a strong stance against corporate misconduct while remaining open to negotiations.

fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation

Judge dismisses X's antitrust lawsuit against advertisers with prejudice

Elon Musk's antitrust lawsuit against advertisers was dismissed with prejudice, barring X from refiling the case and marking a complete legal defeat.

US news

Federal judge finds Trump violated free speech by ordering NPR defunded

fromConsequence

Judge Rules Against Trump's Order Ending Federal Funding for NPR and PBS

A federal judge blocked Trump's executive order to end funding for NPR and PBS, citing violations of free speech under the First Amendment.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Citing First Amendment, federal judge blocks Trump order to end funding for NPR and PBS

A federal judge permanently blocked the Trump administration's directive to end funding for NPR and PBS, citing First Amendment rights.

Federal Judge Smacks Down Trump's Executive Order Defunding NPR and PBS: Unlawful and Unenforceable'

A federal judge ruled Trump's executive order to cut funding for NPR and PBS unconstitutional, citing First Amendment protections.

fromwww.npr.org

Supreme Courtdeclines toreviewpress freedom case

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case challenging a Texas law that allows arresting reporters for obtaining information from government employees.

Republican rebukes FCC chair's threats to revoke broadcast licenses over Iran war

FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcaster licenses for spreading fake news about Iran, sparking bipartisan criticism over First Amendment concerns and government overreach.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Federal judge finds Trump violated free speech by ordering NPR defunded

fromConsequence

Judge Rules Against Trump's Order Ending Federal Funding for NPR and PBS

A federal judge blocked Trump's executive order to end funding for NPR and PBS, citing violations of free speech under the First Amendment.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Citing First Amendment, federal judge blocks Trump order to end funding for NPR and PBS

A federal judge permanently blocked the Trump administration's directive to end funding for NPR and PBS, citing First Amendment rights.

Federal Judge Smacks Down Trump's Executive Order Defunding NPR and PBS: Unlawful and Unenforceable'

A federal judge ruled Trump's executive order to cut funding for NPR and PBS unconstitutional, citing First Amendment protections.

fromwww.npr.org

Supreme Courtdeclines toreviewpress freedom case

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case challenging a Texas law that allows arresting reporters for obtaining information from government employees.

Republican rebukes FCC chair's threats to revoke broadcast licenses over Iran war

FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcaster licenses for spreading fake news about Iran, sparking bipartisan criticism over First Amendment concerns and government overreach.

Digital life

Regulating Social Media: Where do we go from here?

fromBloomberglaw

Social Media Jury Verdicts Ignite Internet Free Speech Debates

A coalition opposes recent jury verdicts holding social media companies liable for youth addiction, fearing implications for free speech and privacy rights.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Digital life

Including online games in social media bans is unworkable, unnecessary and would harm young people

Privacy professionals

70% of teens in Australia still access social media despite bans

Landmark losses for Meta and YouTube as big tech misses the point

Meta and YouTube found liable for social media addiction and harm to young users in landmark court cases.

fromMuse by Clios | Discover the latest creative marketing and advertising news. Muse by Clio is the premier news site covering creativity in advertising and beyond.

2 Rough Social Media Rulings Could Actually Improve the Platforms | Muse by Clios

Recent jury verdicts against Meta and YouTube signal a shift in accountability for social media platforms regarding child safety and mental health.

Digital life

fromExchangewire

Regulating Social Media: Where do we go from here?

Social media platforms are designed for addiction, prompting global legislative actions to restrict children's access.

fromBloomberglaw

Social Media Jury Verdicts Ignite Internet Free Speech Debates

A coalition opposes recent jury verdicts holding social media companies liable for youth addiction, fearing implications for free speech and privacy rights.

Digital life

Including online games in social media bans is unworkable, unnecessary and would harm young people

Meta and YouTube were found liable for creating addictive products affecting young users, prompting calls for social media restrictions for under-16s.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

70% of teens in Australia still access social media despite bans

Australia's social media ban for under-16s has led to millions of accounts being removed, but many children still access these platforms.

Landmark losses for Meta and YouTube as big tech misses the point

Meta and YouTube found liable for social media addiction and harm to young users in landmark court cases.

fromMuse by Clios | Discover the latest creative marketing and advertising news. Muse by Clio is the premier news site covering creativity in advertising and beyond.

2 Rough Social Media Rulings Could Actually Improve the Platforms | Muse by Clios

Recent jury verdicts against Meta and YouTube signal a shift in accountability for social media platforms regarding child safety and mental health.

more#social-media

fromExchangewire

Digest: OpenAI Extends Ad Pilot Beyond April; X Ad Boycott Lawsuit Dismissed by US Judge; Disney+ Seals RTVE Fast-Stream Deal

OpenAI has decided to extend its advertising pilot programme beyond April, past its initial March deadline, giving brands more time to test how ads could appear within its rapidly growing AI assistant.

Marketing tech

Tech Nonprofits to Feds: Don't Weaponize Procurement to Undermine AI Trust and Safety

The U.S. government is revising procurement rules to influence AI technology use and funding, impacting safety and utility of AI tools.

fromBloomberglaw

Online Wiretap Claims to Get Fresh Eye in 1st Cir. Privacy Clash

The First Circuit will clarify the Wiretap Act's applicability to online privacy claims against healthcare and financial sectors.

EU data protection

EFF's Submission to the UN OHCHR on Protection of Human Rights Defenders in the Digital Age

New laws addressing online harms are increasingly restricting fundamental rights and impacting human rights defenders globally.

fromAdvocate.com

Popular creator The Woke Ginger sues Missouri nonprofit for firing him over political posts

A former executive alleges wrongful termination for expressing political views on social media, claiming violation of state law by his employer.

fromFast Company

YouTube blasted by hundreds of experts over 'AI slop' videos served up to kids

"This 'AI slop' harms children's development by distorting their sense of reality, overwhelming their learning processes and hijacking their attention, thereby extending time online and displacing offline activities necessary for their healthy development."

Education

Australia wants to sell its social media ban to the world but are the measures even working?

Age assurance technology is ineffective, with many teens bypassing age verification and platforms failing to enforce compliance with the social media ban.

fromwww.dw.com

fromMuse by Clios | Discover the latest creative marketing and advertising news. Muse by Clio is the premier news site covering creativity in advertising and beyond.

Trump move to bar funding for NPR, PBS stopped by court

A federal judge blocked Trump's order to cut funding for NPR and PBS, citing First Amendment violations against viewpoint discrimination.

Digital life

Canada Might Ban Social Media for Kids. What Brands Should Do Now | Muse by Clios

Youth culture will evolve despite potential social media bans for under-16s, requiring brands to adapt their marketing strategies to reach Gen Alpha.

fromTNW | Meta

Australia says Meta, TikTok, YouTube not complying with child social media ban

Australia's ban on under-16s using social media is not effectively enforced by major platforms.

Big Tech has not enforced Australia's social media ban

Australia's eSafety Commission is enforcing compliance with social media age restrictions after finding major platforms inadequate in protecting children under 16.

fromSlate Magazine

Last Week's Landmark Verdicts Against Big Tech Have a Surprise Ally at the Supreme Court

Recent verdicts against Meta and YouTube challenge Big Tech's legal immunity, potentially leading to significant financial consequences for these companies.

EU data protection

fromTNW | Eu

EU broadcasters urge tighter rules on Big Tech's control for Smart TV

The ACT urges the European Commission to classify smart TV operating systems and virtual assistants as 'gatekeepers' under the Digital Markets Act.

fromwww.bbc.com

Social media firms must better enforce Australia under-16 ban, watchdog says

Australia's eSafety regulator finds social media companies failing to adequately protect children under 16 from accessing their platforms.

US router ban is 'industrial policy' not better infosec

The U.S. ban on foreign-made SOHO routers is ineffective for security and serves as industrial policy rather than genuine cybersecurity.

Judge halts Nexstar/Tegna merger after FCC let firms exceed TV ownership limit

Nexstar cannot merge with Tegna yet due to potential harm to competition and public interest.

fromHarvard Gazette

Social media firms lost 2 bellwether cases, but future remains unclear - Harvard Gazette

Tech companies face increased legal liability for public health harms to young users on their platforms, marking a shift in legal protections.

fromNextgov.com

Judge blocks DOD's ban on Anthropic, calls it First Amendment retaliation

A federal judge temporarily blocked the government's ban on Anthropic, citing retaliation and due process violations by the Defense Department.

fromIndieWire

How the FCC Could Quietly Smother Network TV - Without Ever 'Banning' Free Speech

Political pressure and regulatory power threaten free speech on American television, leading to self-censorship among broadcasters.

The United States router ban, explained

The US government has banned foreign-made consumer Wi-Fi routers due to national security concerns, but consumers can still use and purchase existing routers.

fromInside Investigator

3 weeks ago

Deepfake bill draws fire from broadcasters, free speech advocates

A bill restricting deepfake distribution 90 days before elections raises First Amendment concerns despite media exemptions and disclaimer requirements.

fromSilicon Canals

The real US surveillance threat isn't AI - it's the data infrastructure we already built - Silicon Canals

The infrastructure for mass surveillance already exists, relying on pre-existing technology and data rather than new AI advancements.

US government 'chipping away' at press freedom

The Trump administration's actions are increasingly limiting press freedom in the United States.

fromFast Company

Could the government pull a TV station off the air over its news coverage? Trump's comments raise the question

The Trump administration threatened broadcast licenses of news organizations over Iran war coverage, but legal experts say these threats lack enforceable legal basis.

fromwww.dw.com

US government 'chipping away' at press freedom

The Trump administration's actions are increasingly limiting press freedom in the United States.

fromFast Company

Could the government pull a TV station off the air over its news coverage? Trump's comments raise the question

The Trump administration threatened broadcast licenses of news organizations over Iran war coverage, but legal experts say these threats lack enforceable legal basis.

Brendan Carr says his broadcast license threat wasn't really about Iran war coverage

Brendan Carr clarified that his comments about broadcast licenses were misinterpreted and not a threat regarding coverage of the Iran war.

Trump Is Winning': FCC Chair Boasts He's Remaking the Media by Pushing Out Left-Leaning Figures

FCC Chair Brendan Carr claims media is being remade by removing left-leaning figures, asserting President Trump is winning against fake news.

#section-230

Congress considers blowing up internet law

Section 230, the internet platforms' liability shield, faces renewed legislative and legal challenges over its scope, with debates centered on child safety and content moderation concerns.

US politics

On Its 30th Birthday, Section 230 Remains The Lynchpin For Users' Speech

Congress considers blowing up internet law

Section 230, the internet platforms' liability shield, faces renewed legislative and legal challenges over its scope, with debates centered on child safety and content moderation concerns.

US politics

On Its 30th Birthday, Section 230 Remains The Lynchpin For Users' Speech

Trump FCC's equal-time crackdown doesn't apply equally-or at all-to talk radio

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr selectively enforces equal-time rules on TV talk shows while avoiding similar enforcement on conservative-dominated talk radio, raising concerns about unequal regulatory application.

Gadgets

The speech police came for Colbert

FCC's Carr threatens TV broadcast licenses over news coverage | Fortune

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcaster licenses for news coverage deemed inaccurate, citing public interest requirements and following Trump's complaints about media coverage.

Trump FCC's equal-time crackdown doesn't apply equally-or at all-to talk radio

Gadgets

The speech police came for Colbert

FCC's Carr threatens TV broadcast licenses over news coverage | Fortune

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcaster licenses for news coverage deemed inaccurate, citing public interest requirements and following Trump's complaints about media coverage.

Media industry

The Trump Administration Is Casually Torching the First Amendment

US politics

US FCC notice to broadcasters prompts concerns on curtailing free speech

fromThe Nation

The Trump Administration Is Casually Torching the First Amendment

The U.S. press faces threats and manipulation under an authoritarian administration, impacting media ownership and freedom.

US politics

US FCC notice to broadcasters prompts concerns on curtailing free speech

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fromwww.dw.com

US and EU battle over online censorship

Recent revelations from news agency Reuters that the US is "developing an online portal that will enable people in Europe and elsewhere to see content banned by their governments including hate speech and terrorist propaganda," as a method to counter what it sees as excessive censorship in other parts of the world is troubling to the EU. Even if the plans appear to have been delayed and detail is thin, the US position is clear.

Miscellaneous

The FCC chair is pushing 'pro-American' content. That's not how a free press works. - Poynter

FCC Chair Brendan Carr is promoting a 'Pledge America' campaign encouraging broadcasters to air patriotic content and pro-American programming while threatening media licensing over coverage deemed unfavorable to the Trump administration.

fromBusiness Insider

FCC chair threatens to pull licenses of broadcasters airing 'distortions' about the Iran war

FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcasters' licenses for airing misleading coverage of the Iran war, citing the requirement that broadcasters operate in the public interest.

fromPoynter

The FCC chair is pushing 'pro-American' content. That's not how a free press works. - Poynter

fromBusiness Insider

FCC chair threatens to pull licenses of broadcasters airing 'distortions' about the Iran war

FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcasters' licenses for airing misleading coverage of the Iran war, citing the requirement that broadcasters operate in the public interest.

Trump FCC Head Promotes Pledge for Media to Run Pro-America' Content Days After Threat Over Negative Coverage

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr launched a 'Pledge America' campaign urging broadcasters to air patriotic programming and pro-America content instead of what he characterizes as anti-American media.

Miscellaneous

fromEngadget

US website 'freedom.gov' will allow Europeans to view hate speech and other blocked content

The US State Department and DHS are developing freedom.gov to let people view online content banned in their countries, including a VPN to bypass restrictions.

Trump has embraced a disturbing strategy to silence free speech | David Bralow

The Trump administration uses federal agency investigations as retaliation against critical media organizations, exemplified by the FTC's investigation of Media Matters for reporting on antisemitic content on X.

Trump's FCC chair wants American media to work like Iran's state TV | Caitlin Vogus

FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatens to revoke broadcaster licenses for reporting Trump dislikes, using legally baseless threats to suppress critical news coverage and discourage media scrutiny of the Trump administration.

Brendan Carr Threatens Media Licenses After Trump Complaints

FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened to revoke broadcaster licenses for spreading fake news and misleading coverage, citing low public trust in legacy media and broadcasters' obligation to serve the public interest.

Trump FCC Chair Confirms He's Started Enforcement Proceedings' Against The View

The FCC opened an investigation into ABC's The View over equal-time guidance, and Chairman Carr vowed to hold broadcasters accountable for political influence.

fromTelecompetitor

2 months ago

Talkie asks FCC to reverse state and local pole prohibitions

Talkie seeks FCC preemption under Section 253 to prevent Queen Anne's County and MD DoIT from imposing rights-of-way and resource-sharing rules on fixed wireless deployments.

fromAdExchanger

Local Media Needs Consolidation To Compete, But An Outdated Legal Standard Stands In The Way | AdExchanger

Local broadcasters need regulatory changes to gain scale and modernize, enabling competition with Big Tech and better serve local advertisers and communities.