"The Online Safety Act is a threat to the privacy of users, restricts free expression by arbitrating speech online, exposes users to algorithmic discrimination through face checks, and leaves millions ...

While well-intentioned, the bill excessively invades free speech, and criminalises communication in a vague and arbitrary manner. This statement was originally published on sflc.in on 24 July 2025.

Marcelo Ruiz was riding a motorcycle in the El Guabito area when he was intercepted and shot multiple times in the arms. Both Ruiz and his companion were injured and remain in stable condition under ...

His conviction followed posts about Bedoon rights and a meeting request made after the Interior Minister invited bloggers to reach out directly instead of posting online.

"Across India, a quiet purge of digital content is underway." This statement was originally published on indexoncensorship.org on 23 July 2025. Journalism critical of the government is vanishing from ...

Uganda's Personal Data Protection Office sets a precedent for Big Tech accountability in Africa by ordering Google to register with local authorities and comply with data protection laws.

The EFJ urges the EU to "clearly define its stance on the ongoing genocide", support suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, and call for an "international investigation into systematic ...

In their submission to the ACHPR public consultation MISA-Regional underscores the need for governments and media organisations to prioritise inclusive design, transparency, and accountability in AI ...

The arrest of journalist Cosme Hounsa over "harassment by electronic means" charges raises concerns about the Benin government's use of criminal prosecution to silence critical reporting.

Freedom Forum reminded authorities that "banning access [to online platforms] is not a permanent solution" to online crimes. This statement was originally published on freedomforum.org.np on 24 July ...

IFEX joins rights groups in a joint submission examining Lebanon’s shortcomings in protecting civil society, access to information, and civic freedoms.

The recent ECtHR judgement in the case “Ukraine and the Netherlands v. the Russian Federation” recognises that Russia has been systematically dismantling the Ukrainian media since 2014.