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The Internet fights back against the NSA with the biggest protest since SOPA

A blackout is coming.

On Jan 10, 2014 by Kevin Collier

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Here’s how the U.S. is selling the controversial Trans-Pacific Partnership

Leaked talking points show how the U.S. Trade Representative plans to rebut Internet freedom activists.

On Nov 21, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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Why thousands are protesting a new SOPA that doesn’t yet exist

Activists are worried the bill that outraged the Internet last year may rise again.

On Sep 25, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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Hacktivists want to free the ‘net by building a new one

A growing number of developers are working on a decentralized network that would connect computers directly to each other instead of ISPs. 

On Aug 13, 2013 by [email protected]

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Russia moves forward with SOPA-like copyright bill

A new bill would allow copyright holders to take down websites that don't respond to their requests within 3 days.

On Jun 14, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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What is TPP? Biggest global threat to the Internet since ACTA

Here's what you need to know about the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement, which is currently being negotiated in Lima, Peru.

On May 17, 2013 by [email protected]

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Dot Dot Dot: From guns and ammo to bits and bytes

There's a new kind of world war going on. And a new kind of weapon needed. 

On Feb 28, 2013 by Nicholas White

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Former RIAA vice president promoted to key government copyright job

The U.S. Copyright Office ties to Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) just got a lot stronger.

On Jan 31, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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5 ways to celebrate Internet Freedom Day

January 18, 2013, is the one-year anniversary of the strike against the Stop Online Piracy Act, the biggest ever of its kind.

On Jan 18, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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The Internet vs. the Electorate: Why Lamar Smith remains in office

Despite being the public enemy No. 1 online, SOPA author Lamar Smith easily won his reelection. 

On Jan 18, 2013 by Adam Schragin

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1 year after SOPA, congressional offices still use BitTorrent

An anti-piracy company finds that IP addresses at House offices are still being used to download episodes of CSI:NY.

On Jan 15, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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3 threats to Internet rights in 2013

The battle over Internet rights has only just begun. Here's what to look for this year. 

On Jan 4, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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The top 10 most influential Internet rights activists in 2012

Activism isn't a game with a scorecard or obvious metrics, but these 10 individuals deserve recognition for their efforts this year. 

On Dec 28, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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Rep. Darrell Issa proposes 2-year ban on new Internet laws

Rep. Darrell Issa, known as a champion of Internet freedom, let Reddit ask him anything about a proposal to ban new Internet laws for two years.

On Nov 28, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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Rep. Zoe Lofgren asks Reddit for help with her latest bill

The representative who asked Reddit for help stopping SOPA is back for more guidance.

On Nov 20, 2012 by Kevin Collier