Spotify, the music streaming app, has removed 'specific episodes' of InfoWars host Alex Jones's podcast, according to a new report.

Spotify removes ‘specific episodes’ of the ‘Alex Jones Show’

Another tech platform is cracking down on the InfoWars host.

On Aug 2, 2018 by Andrew Wyrich

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China banned from airing Eurovision after censoring LGBTQ love story

'Love is love.'

On May 11, 2018 by Christine Friar

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China bans Peppa Pig videos for being associated with gangster culture

First Winnie the Pooh. Now Peppa?

On May 2, 2018 by Christine Friar

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Facebook publishes full internal guidelines on violence, hate speech, and nudity

The social network is also expanding its appeal process.

On Apr 24, 2018 by Phillip Tracy

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Russia brings down its internet trying to hunt down Telegram app

More than 19 million IPs were blocked.

On Apr 20, 2018 by Phillip Tracy

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Google kills tool used to bypass strong internet censorship

The update could hurt apps like Signal and Psiphon.

On Apr 19, 2018 by Phillip Tracy

Donald Trump signed FOSTA into law, despite ongoing criticism from sex workers.

Trump signs controversial ‘sex-trafficking’ bill FOSTA into law

Sex workers warn the law will lead to deaths.

On Apr 11, 2018 by Ana Valens

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China bans online parody videos that ‘distort, mock, or defame’

China wants its videos to promote 'fine traditional Chinese culture.'

On Mar 24, 2018 by Josh Katzowitz

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The slow creep of internet shutdowns

Internet shutdowns are increasingly being used around the world to silence opposition.

On Mar 13, 2018 by Nithin Coca

Anwar Al-Awlaki

YouTube deletes thousands of videos from extremist cleric Anwar al-Awlaki

Anwar al-Awlaki's videos have remained popular, even after his death.

On Nov 13, 2017 by Audra Schroeder

Authorities in Canada have ruled that the word “fuck” can be used on French language radio broadcasts because the word has become commonplace, according to reports.

Canada relaxes rules around saying ‘f**k’ on the radio

The ruling came after several clips had the word in it–including Madonna's speech at the Women's March following Trump's election.

On Nov 9, 2017 by Andrew Wyrich

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Twitter bans ads from Russian outlets RT and Sputnik

Twitter said RT and Sputnik will not be able to advertise 'effective immediately.'

On Oct 26, 2017 by Andrew Wyrich

Rep. Marsha Blackburn

Twitter blocks Rep. Blackburn ad over debunked claim about Planned Parenthood ‘baby body parts’

Blackburn claims she 'stopped the sale of baby body parts,' which Twitter found 'inflammatory.'

On Oct 9, 2017 by Andrew Wyrich

Mary Canty Merrill poses for a portrait at her home in Parker, Colorado on Wednesday, August 9, 2017.

How activists of color lose battles against Facebook’s moderator army

For activists of color, Facebook's censorship is a baffling maze with no clear exit.

On Aug 18, 2017 by Aaron Sankin

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Apple takes down internet anti-censorship apps in China

'I would expect Apple to value human rights over profits.'

On Jul 29, 2017 by Samantha Grasso