Musk, Twitter and Misinformation in a Time of War October 19, 2023 Twitter’s mishandling of the platform in the aftermath of Hamas’ attack in October and Israel’s subsequent military response marks a new low. Explainer Platform Accountability
The FCC Takes Its First Step Toward Reversing Trump-Era Ruling That Stripped Internet Users of Their Right to an Open and Affordable Internet October 19, 2023 The FCC voted 3–2 to begin a rulemaking process to reinstate Net Neutrality protections and the authority to hold broadband companies accountable. Press Release Free & Open Internet, Net Neutrality, Internet Access
Media 2070: Three Years of Fighting for Media Reparations October 19, 2023 For the past three years, the Media 2070 project has worked to create the media system that’s needed to realize Black liberation. Here’s a look back. Explainer Media Reparations
Israel-Hamas War Disinformation on Social Media Is Harder to Track, Researchers Say October 16, 2023 Watchdogs say major platforms’ changing practices have made it “close to impossible” for them to keep up. Mention Platform Accountability
PRESS ADVISORY: Tuesday Net Neutrality Briefing on 'Restoring Title II Oversight of the Broadband Industry'’ October 16, 2023 Experts will discuss upcoming FCC action on Title II and debunk the many broadband-industry myths about Net Neutrality and protecting internet users. Press Release Free & Open Internet, Net Neutrality, Internet Access
Fact or Fiction? In This War, It Is Hard to Tell. October 13, 2023 Social media is full of false and misleading posts. The rise in A.I. is making it worse. And the trust in traditional news sources has declined. Mention Platform Accountability
Social-Media Platform Integrity Matters in Times of War October 13, 2023 Twitter’s failure to moderate content about the Israel-Hamas conflict should be a lesson for other social networks. Mention Platform Accountability
What Is Net Neutrality? Myths and Realities October 12, 2023 Companies like Comcast are willing to lie to stop the FCC from restoring the Net Neutrality rules. Let’s debunk the myths they’re circulating. Explainer Free & Open Internet, Net Neutrality, Internet Access
Hamas Seeds Violent Videos on Sites With Little Moderation October 10, 2023 The strategy mirrors efforts by extremist groups like the Islamic State and Al Qaeda in years past. Mention Platform Accountability
How Musk's X Is Amplifying Disinformation About Israel and Gaza October 10, 2023 Changes made to the platform under Elon Musk’s leadership are exacerbating concerns among experts around accessing reliable information online. Mention Platform Accountability