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The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions
The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions The Supreme Court has ruled that using age verification to gate adult content does not violate the First Amendment in the US. The court’s decision, Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, concludes that states have a valid interest in keeping children away from pornography and […]
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Supreme Court upholds childproofing porn sites
Supreme Court upholds childproofing porn sites The US Supreme Court has upheld a Texas law requiring age verification to access pornographic websites, ruling that it is constitutional and an “ordinary and appropriate means” for regulating minors’ online access. The court established intermediate scrutiny as the applicable standard, which requires laws to serve important government interests […]
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Amazon launches its first satellites to rival Starlink
Amazon launches its first satellites to rival Starlink Amazon has successfully launched its first batch of 27 satellites into low-Earth orbit as part of its Project Kuiper constellation, which aims to rival SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet business. The launch was carried out by a United Launch Alliance rocket from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station […]
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Comcast announces a five-year price lock for Xfinity internet plans
Comcast announces a five-year price lock for Xfinity internet plans Xfinity internet customers can now choose a five-year price lock-in for their plans, which won’t require an annual contract. The price lock-in applies to Xfinity’s internet plans ranging from $55 to $105 per month, with unlimited data and a modem/router combo included. Comcast has also […]
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4chan’s ‘cesspool of the internet’ is down after apparently being hacked
4chan’s ‘cesspool of the internet’ is down after apparently being hacked 4chan’s website appears to be down after a reported hack that exposed its source code. The site, known for its notorious reputation and unverified rumors, has been the target of speculation about the nature of the attack. A user on a competing messaging board […]
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What would happen if Section 230 went away? A legal expert explains the consequences of repealing ‘the law that built the internet’
What would happen if Section 230 went away? A legal expert explains the consequences of repealing ‘the law that built the internet’ Repealing Section 230 could lead to increased censorship, as platforms may block potentially controversial content to avoid liability for defamatory or harmful user-generated content. If Section 230 were repealed, platforms might adopt a […]
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A third of the world’s population lacks internet connectivity − airborne communications stations could change that
A third of the world’s population lacks internet connectivity − airborne communications stations could change that An experimental aircraft like this solar-powered airship could someday play a role in providing internet access to rural areas or disaster zones. Thales Alenia Space via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA About one-third of the global population, around 3 billion […]
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