ONLINE HATE SPEECH
UN unveils principles for fighting online disinformation
The United Nations on Monday published principles for fighting online disinformation, including an overhaul of the advertising model of social media networks. After consultations with a variety of actors in the field, the United Nations has now published broad principles -- although with no enforcement mechanisms.
'Harry Potter' author JK Rowling says she regrets not being vocal about her views on transgender people sooner
Rowling, 58, has been embroiled in controversy and incurred the wrath of activists and "Harry Potter" film stars in recent years over her stance that biological sex is immutable. She denies being transphobic.
Elon Musk says Canada law to stop online hate "Sounds insane"
Tesla CEO Elon Musk weighed in on a debate over Canada's proposed hate speech law, the Online Harms Bill. Musk expressed concern over the legislation's implications, prompting a fact-check request. The bill, aimed at curbing hate speech online, introduces a digital safety regulator and penalties for offenders, eliciting criticism for potential censorship.
'What is to stop any country from controlling the entire Internet': Musk on Australia injunction on church stabbing videos
Elon Musk said Tuesday his social media platform X will appeal against an Australian injunction forcing it to take down videos of a church stabbing in Sydney. Video of the bloody attack, which spread widely on social media platforms, has been blamed by Australian authorities for feeding tensions in the community.
Here's why Elon Musk is footing this Indo-Canadian doctor's Rs 2 crore legal bill
Canadian physician Dr. Kulvinder Kaur Gill faced legal battles and censorship due to her COVID-related tweets, leading to lawsuits and investigations. She expressed skepticism about lockdowns and vaccination mandates, sparking criticism. Despite backlash, Dr. Gill filed a lawsuit against critics, which was dismissed under anti-SLAPP law. Elon Musk's X pledged to cover her legal fees, emphasizing free speech. However, critics argue that X's support contradicts its professed principles, as Dr. Gill's lawsuit aimed to suppress opposing views.
Andrew Tate's lawsuit publicly names accusers, supporters threaten online
Andrew Tate and controversy have become synonymous as his lawsuit against accusers has caused uproar.
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International Day of Education 2024: Theme, significance and history behind the day
Learn for peace on International Day of Education 2024, celebrated annually on January 24. This year's theme focuses on education as a tool for lasting peace. Events include a dialogue at the UNHQ and a festival promoting care for oneself, others, and the planet. UNESCO addresses the rise of hate speech with a global teacher training initiative. Recognizing its sixth year, the day emphasizes education's role in building peaceful, fair, and sustainable societies. Join the commitment to learning for lasting peace and empowering teachers in countering hate speech.
Elon Musk to address anti-Semitism online in Poland
Elon Musk addresses anti-Semitism online at a conference hosted by the European Jewish Association in Poland. Musk sparked controversy by endorsing an anti-Semitic conspiracy theory on X and has faced accusations of hate speech on the platform. The conference aims to discuss and find solutions to the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe, which has escalated since the war in Gaza.
Substack says it will not ban Nazis or extremist speech
The response came weeks after The Atlantic found that at least 16 Substack newsletters had "overt Nazi symbols" in their logos or graphics, and that white supremacists had been allowed to publish on, and profit from, the platform.
Now you have to verify your age before using Pornhub, XVideos, and Stripchat. Learn all about Europe's new digital law
Pornhub, XVideos and Stripchat have now been classed as "very large online platforms" subject to more stringent controls under the Digital Services Act because they have more than 45 million users each, according to the European Commission, the EU's executive branch.
Why is Elon Musk in Israel? Here's all you need to know about his trip
Tech entrepreneur and billionaire Elon Musk's Tel Aviv visit coincides with a four-day ceasefire in Israel's war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. He will meet Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the rise of anti-semitism.
'Ridiculous' US lawsuit by Elon Musk's X Corp should be dismissed: hate speech watchdog
The Center for Countering Digital Hate also called the "ridiculous" and "baseless" lawsuit against them an attempt to silence others who say things X may not like. It also denied X's claim that commercial rivals and perhaps even foreign governments were funding its activities.
From virtual safe space to epicentre of hate: How X (d)evolved under Elon Musk's leadership
Under Elon Musk's watch, millions of people have been exposed to misinformation about climate change and subjected to racist rants and anti-Semitism.
Fact: check or mate? States embrace fact check units amid freedom of speech concerns
Different state governments are in the process of setting up fact check units to combat misinformation. But, can they be neutral and independent of state control? ET asks career fact checkers for answers.
Google, Meta win court fight against Austrian online content rule
The Austrian law, enacted in 2021 and which obliges Big Tech to publish regular reports of illegal content, comes amid mounting concerns worldwide about hateful posts.
"Shameful": Elon Musk accuses Justin Trudeau of "crushing free speech"
His remark came in wake of a recent order of the Canada government which makes it compulsory for online streaming services to formally register with the government for 'regulatory controls'.
Elon Musk's X disabled feature for reporting electoral misinformation, claims researcher
After introducing a feature in 2022 for users to report a post they considered misleading about politics, X in the past week removed the "politics" category from its drop-down menu in every jurisdiction but the European Union.
Twitter says it has sued nonprofit that tracks hate speech
X Corp., the parent company of the social media company, sent a letter on July 20 to the Center for Countering Digital Hate, a nonprofit that conducts research on social media, accusing the organization of making "a series of troubling and baseless claims that appear calculated to harm Twitter generally, and its digital advertising business specifically" and threatening to sue.
Rights groups urge Jordan to scrap 'draconian' cybercrime bill
The amendments would toughen penalties for those seen to have committed cybercrimes including spreading disinformation, with those found guilty potentially facing prison time.
Australia says Twitter is top platform for online hate, demands explanation
The demand builds on a campaign by the eSafety Commissioner to make the website more accountable after Musk, one of the world's richest people, bought it for $44 billion in October with a promise to restore its commitment to free speech.
Twitter’s US ad sales plunge 59% as woes continue
Twitter's ad sales staff is concerned that advertisers may be spooked by a rise in hate speech and pornography on the social network, as well as more ads featuring online gambling and marijuana products.
Twitter changes stoke Russian, Chinese propaganda surge
The platform is no longer labeling state-controlled media and propaganda agencies, and will no longer prohibit their content from being automatically promoted or recommended to users.
Trial of 2016 Twitter troll to test limits of online speech
The misinformation campaign was carried out by a group of conspirators, prosecutors said, including a man in his 20s who called himself Ricky Vaughn.
Elon Musk's Twitter roils with hate speech as trolls test new limits
Twitter has long wrestled with how to enforce content policies fairly on its platform in order to appease the advertisers, users and powerful world leaders that use its service.
BJP leaders in 'hate speech' row: Congress urges SC to issue directives
An FIR has been filed against the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and the other organisers of the Sunday event in Delhi, where certain speakers, including the two BJP lawmakers, allegedly delivered hate speeches. The case was filed for allegedly holding the event without permission.
YouTube, Meta will expand policies, research to fight online extremism
Platforms such as Alphabet's YouTube and Meta Platforms' Facebook have come under fire for years from critics who say the companies have allowed hate speech, lies and violent rhetoric to flourish on their services.
Republicans cheer Twitter-Elon Musk deal, Democrats wary of tech's power
Conservatives have accused the social media platform of bias against right-leaning views. They cheered the prospect of fewer controls under Musk, who has criticized Twitter's moderation.
Twitter loses online hate speech court battle in France
The decision provides ammunition to campaigners elsewhere in Europe who want tougher controls to prevent the spread of racist and discriminatory content on Twitter and other social media platforms.
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