Tag: Big Tech
Leading digital rights group warns section 230 reform bill will boost Big Tech while crushing smaller sites
From the Wire February 6, 2021
“This bill, as written, would have enormous unintended consequences for human rights and freedom of expression,” warned Fight for the Future’s Evan Greer. by Brett Wilkins, staff writer Saturday, February 6, 2021 A leading digital rights…
Big Tech further mutes President, far right megaphone as demands for Trump removal swell
From the Wire January 9, 2021
Google yanked Parler from its app store Friday in light of “continued posting… that seeks to incite ongoing violence in the U.S.” by Andrea Germanos, staff writer Saturday, January 9, 2021 Amid ongoing calls for President…
Justice Department sues Google in antitrust case
From the Wire October 20, 2020
The filing, announced Tuesday morning, accuses the tech giant of violating law to stifle competition. by Andrea Germanos, staff writer Tuesday, October 20 This is a developing story and may be updated. The U.S. Justice Department…
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