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#delve
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
5 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Venture

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

European startups
fromSilicon Canals
5 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Venture

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Fox Hosts Crush Pam Bondi on Her Way Out the Door: She Royally Fouled Up' on Epstein From the Get-Go'

Dagen McDowell criticized Pam Bondi's handling of the DOJ files on Jeffrey Epstein, leading to her dismissal as Attorney General.
US Elections
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.
#meta
Law
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 day ago

Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.
fromFast Company
5 days ago
Intellectual property law

Social media's 'Big Tobacco' moment may have finally arrived

Meta and YouTube were found guilty of harming young users through addictive algorithms, challenging the protections of Section 230.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Law

Accountability has arrived': dual US court losses show shifting tide against Meta and co

Meta and YouTube were found liable for harming young users, marking a significant shift in accountability for social media companies.
Law
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 day ago

Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Accountability has arrived': dual US court losses show shifting tide against Meta and co

Meta and YouTube were found liable for harming young users, marking a significant shift in accountability for social media companies.
Photography
fromThe Phoblographer
1 day ago

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.
#privacy
#jeffrey-epstein
Law
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files was problematic. Here's how it led to her downfall

Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general raised expectations for transparency on Jeffrey Epstein but ultimately disappointed survivors seeking justice.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files was problematic. Here's how it led to her downfall

Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general raised expectations for transparency on Jeffrey Epstein but ultimately disappointed survivors seeking justice.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

The Supreme Court Keeps Ignoring Actual LGBTQ+ People in Its Gay Rights Cases

The Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar shows a lack of empathy for LGBTQ+ adolescents affected by conversion therapy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Amazing Moment!' Joe Scarborough Beams Over Justice Roberts's New World, Same Constitution' Quip to Trump's Caveman' Lawyer

Chief Justice John Roberts challenged the Trump administration's interpretation of birthright citizenship during Supreme Court hearings.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

The Supreme Court Keeps Ignoring Actual LGBTQ+ People in Its Gay Rights Cases

The Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar shows a lack of empathy for LGBTQ+ adolescents affected by conversion therapy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Amazing Moment!' Joe Scarborough Beams Over Justice Roberts's New World, Same Constitution' Quip to Trump's Caveman' Lawyer

Chief Justice John Roberts challenged the Trump administration's interpretation of birthright citizenship during Supreme Court hearings.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 days ago

An AI company set out to fix news deserts. Instead, it copied local journalists' work - Poynter

Nota is shutting down its local news sites due to multiple instances of plagiarism in its articles.
#trump
Non-profit organizations
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.01.26 - Above the Law

Trump is involved in legal matters, including birthright citizenship arguments and a recent criminal conviction.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Rages At Court Ruling to Halt Ballroom In Wild, Attack-Filled Post

Trump criticized a court ruling halting his White House ballroom project, claiming it is under budget and ahead of schedule.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

NBC's Garrett Haake Confronts Karoline Leavitt in Tense Briefing Room Clash: Why is Trump Threatening a Potential War Crime?'

President Trump threatened Iran with military action, raising concerns about potential war crimes against civilian infrastructure.
Non-profit organizations
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.01.26 - Above the Law

Trump is involved in legal matters, including birthright citizenship arguments and a recent criminal conviction.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Rages At Court Ruling to Halt Ballroom In Wild, Attack-Filled Post

Trump criticized a court ruling halting his White House ballroom project, claiming it is under budget and ahead of schedule.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

NBC's Garrett Haake Confronts Karoline Leavitt in Tense Briefing Room Clash: Why is Trump Threatening a Potential War Crime?'

President Trump threatened Iran with military action, raising concerns about potential war crimes against civilian infrastructure.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit From Ex-Fox News Journo Who Said He Was Fired for Calling Out False' Jan 6 Reports

A judge dismissed Jason Donner's lawsuit against Fox News for alleged retaliation over his refusal to report false information regarding the 2020 election.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Irrelevant?' Justice Alito Grills ACLU Lawyer Over Key Precedent in Citizenship Case

Ask any American what our citizenship rule is and they'll tell you, everyone born here is a citizen alike. That rule was enshrined in the 14th Amendment to put it out of reach of any government official to destroy.
Social justice
Environment
fromHigh Country News
4 days ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Supreme Court conversion therapy ruling ignores history of harm in the name of 'free speech.' It could set a chilling precedent

"Colorado may regard its policy as essential to public health and safety. Certainly, censorious governments throughout history have believed the same. But the First Amendment stands as a shield against any effort to enforce orthodoxy in thought or speech in this country."
Right-wing politics
#first-amendment
Media industry
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

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.
Non-profit organizations
fromConsequence
4 days ago

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.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

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.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Media industry

How to build a newsroom plan for responding to First Amendment threats - Poynter

Media industry
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

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.
Non-profit organizations
fromConsequence
4 days ago

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.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

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.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Media industry

How to build a newsroom plan for responding to First Amendment threats - Poynter

fromKqed
4 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
#fbi
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Former ally of ex-sheriff sues county over rumors

A former assistant has sued ex-San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus over alleged drug use and inappropriate conduct during her campaign.
#defamation
fromABA Journal
1 day ago
Intellectual property law

TikTok creator sued by immigration firm, accused of making defamatory comments online

Law
fromThe IP Law Blog
1 day ago

The Briefing: Lemon Pound Cake and the First Amendment

Afroman's defamation case highlights the intersection of satire, public officials, and First Amendment protections.
fromABA Journal
1 day ago
Intellectual property law

TikTok creator sued by immigration firm, accused of making defamatory comments online

Law
fromThe IP Law Blog
1 day ago

The Briefing: Lemon Pound Cake and the First Amendment

Afroman's defamation case highlights the intersection of satire, public officials, and First Amendment protections.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.03.26 - Above the Law

The Department of Justice may become more aligned with Donald Trump's influence following leadership changes.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Non-profit organizations
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

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.
#social-media
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
Media industry

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.
Law
fromBloomberglaw
5 days ago

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.
Law
fromBloomberglaw
5 days ago

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.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Whistleblower penalisation claim against Wilson's Hospital School rejected

The Workplace Relations Commission has ruled against Siobhan Rogers, who claimed she faced penalisation for reporting financial and governance irregularities at Wilsons Hospital.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

WhatsApp's former security chief is 'not done fighting' after his lawsuit got dismissed

The complaint does not contain sufficient facts to show that the plaintiff reported violations of SEC rules or regulations, Judge Laurel Beeler wrote in the dismissal on March 19.
Privacy professionals
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Former Alex Jones employee says: 'It was nonsense, it was lies'

Alex Jones' media tactics involved fabricating stories and promoting conspiracy theories for profit.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
#press-freedom
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 week ago

When covering a protest leads to arrest, what protections do journalists really have? - Poynter

Journalist Carlos Sanchez was arrested while covering a protest, raising serious concerns about press freedom and the treatment of journalists in the field.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

U.S. judge rules against Pentagon restrictions on press coverage

A federal judge blocked a Pentagon policy limiting journalists' reporting on the military, affirming the First Amendment's protection of press freedom.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

The Washington Post won a round in court. The fight isn't over. - Poynter

Media industry
fromPoynter
1 week ago

When covering a protest leads to arrest, what protections do journalists really have? - Poynter

Journalist Carlos Sanchez was arrested while covering a protest, raising serious concerns about press freedom and the treatment of journalists in the field.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

U.S. judge rules against Pentagon restrictions on press coverage

A federal judge blocked a Pentagon policy limiting journalists' reporting on the military, affirming the First Amendment's protection of press freedom.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

The Washington Post won a round in court. The fight isn't over. - Poynter

Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
#pentagon
Media industry
fromAxios
1 week ago

Pentagon revises rules for journalists after lawsuit loss, raising press group's ire

The Pentagon announced new press policies limiting access and requiring escorts for journalists amid security concerns.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

US judge blocks Pentagon's press access policy after New York Times lawsuit

A federal judge blocked a Pentagon policy that threatened journalists with security risks for unauthorized information requests, citing free speech violations.
Media industry
fromAxios
1 week ago

Pentagon revises rules for journalists after lawsuit loss, raising press group's ire

The Pentagon announced new press policies limiting access and requiring escorts for journalists amid security concerns.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

US judge blocks Pentagon's press access policy after New York Times lawsuit

A federal judge blocked a Pentagon policy that threatened journalists with security risks for unauthorized information requests, citing free speech violations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Law enforcement watchdogs get more teeth when seeking records after state court ruling

Civilian oversight bodies in California can now subpoena law enforcement records during whistleblower investigations, enhancing transparency.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 03.30.26 - Above the Law

AI associates should not be blamed for failures, raising questions about their necessity.
Law
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

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.
Media industry
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

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.
#fbi-search
Law
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 months ago

EFF to California Appeals Court: First Amendment Protects Journalist from Tech Executive's Meritless Lawsuit

California anti‑SLAPP law and the First Amendment bar a CEO's lawsuit aiming to silence truthful reporting of his felony domestic violence arrest.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Fund Unchained Journalism of Emptywheel: It's All Because Of You

Emptywheel provides independent, deeply analytic investigative journalism led by Marcy Wheeler, requiring reader support to sustain its oversight, consistency, and staff.
#fbi-raid
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