The conflict between Elon Musk, owner of the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), and Alexandre de Moraes, a justice on Brazil's Supreme Court, is not just a personal feud. It touches on broader themes of platform regulation, free speech, and disinformation. In Brazil, these issues
The UN's first-ever Convention against cyber crime has ignited a firestorm of debate among major technology companies, human rights organizations, and information security professionals. The convention, which aims to enhance global cooperation in combating cyber crime, has generated both support
In an important move towards broadening civil rights, New York State has proposed an amendment to its constitution to expand protections against discrimination. The proposed changes, which aim to include specific references to abortion as well as gay and transgender rights, have spurred both
The Queensland government’s move to amend the current Youth Justice Act has ignited a firestorm of controversy, as it seeks to remove the principle that juvenile detention should be a measure of last resort. Introduced by the Labor government in May under the Community Safety Bill, these
The European Commission's 2024 Rule of Law Report has drawn significant attention to the state of press freedom across the EU. Amidst rising concerns from media freedom organizations, the report paints a concerning picture of declining media pluralism and increasing threats to journalists. The
The introduction of new federal protections for transgender students in U.S. schools and colleges represents a significant step towards ensuring non-discriminatory treatment for LGBTQ+ individuals in educational environments. This ambitious regulation, which also includes enhanced protections for
