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internet freedom

Net neutrality supporters protesting and holding signs that say 'content blocked.'

Vermont, ISPs agree to halt net neutrality lawsuit again

The lawsuit will be on hold as California continues to defend its net neutrality law.

On May 4, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
A gavel resting on a laptop's keyboard.

New York wants broadband to be accessible for all—cable companies would rather sue than provide it

In response, New York's governor said 'bring it on.'

On May 3, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Tech News Newsletter Image 04 20 2021

Tech newsletter: Republicans are already waging war on net neutrality

Here is a look at tech and politics news from the last week.

On Apr 20, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Rep. Cathy McMorris-Rodgers next to a letter sent by House Republicans to Acting FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel arguing against restoring net neutrality rules.

House Republicans revive old talking points to kick off new opposition to net neutrality

Get ready for more arguments like this.

On Apr 19, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Joe Biden at a podium next to a screenshot of BattlefortheNet.com's petition urging Biden to fill out the FCC with a commissioner without telecom ties.

Over 100,000 people petition Biden to pick FCC commissioner without telecom ties

Biden continues to face pressure to fill out the agency.

On Apr 8, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg staring off to the left.

Zuckerberg’s call for Section 230 changes mirrors ‘EARN IT’ Act

Zuckerberg's proposal sounds familiar.

On Mar 24, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Hands typing on a laptop keyboard.

Mozilla, Reddit join forces to urge FCC to reinstate net neutrality

The companies, which have long supported net neutrality, are calling on the FCC to restore the rules.

On Mar 19, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Net neutrality supporters protesting.

California’s new net neutrality law forces AT&T to end one of its sketchiest programs

AT&T said it was halting its 'sponsored data' programs in the wake of a recent court decision.

On Mar 17, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
A mouse pointer next to a maze.

California bans sites from making it difficult to opt-out of having personal data sold

The new regulations target dark patterns surrounding opt-outs.

On Mar 16, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Advocates have relaunched Battleforthenet.com to pressure Biden to fill out the FCC.

Biden pressured to pick FCC commissioner who doesn’t have telecom ties

Battle for the Net has long been a hub for supporting net neutrality.

On Mar 11, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
James Clyburn and Amy Klobuchar reintroduced the Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act on Thursday.

Democrats propose $94 billion to close the digital divide

The bill may have a better chance at passing with Democrats in control of Congress.

On Mar 11, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers a foreign policy address

Progressives want Joe Biden to go big for FCC chair. Does Joe Biden?

Biden has a 'critical opportunity' pick someone who is a public advocate.

On Feb 24, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Rep. Frank Pallone spoke about net neutrality at an INCOMPAS event on Tuesday.

Leading House Dem says ‘we want to bring back net neutrality’

The congressman said it could be either through Congress or the FCC.

On Feb 10, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Sen. Ed Markey

Ed Markey wants Congress to make reinstating net neutrality a top priority

Markey said either through Congress or the FCC, net neutrality 'has to be at the top of our agenda.'

On Feb 8, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Demonstrators protesting in favor of net neutrality in 2018.

Justice Department will no longer sue California over its ‘gold standard’ net neutrality law

The lawsuit has had many twists and turns.

On Feb 8, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech

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