Why is freedom of speech important? Why is it a core principle in a democracy? How is it being threatened? How do we protect it?
Right groups criticise the consultation process, which limits the possibility to review the upcoming disinformation regulation in a meaningful way and thus harms human rights in the long run.
Europe has finally spoken up to stop Big Tech from using surveillance advertising.
The new European law on digital services should create a safe, predictable and trusted online environment, unless European policymakers fail to protect free speech and people’s privacy thanks to Big Tech’s lobbying efforts. Send a letter to MEPs.
What does direct democracy mean, and how does it differ from indirect democracy? Here’s a look at what’s good and bad about “pure democracy” and whether it could still work today.
When the many put our resources together, we defeat the few who think they hold all the power. Join us to bring rights to life for all of us.
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When the many put our resources together, we defeat the few who think they hold all the power. Join us to bring rights to life for all of us.
The vote on the DSA, a landmark legislation to regulate Big Tech companies, paves the way to a more human-centered digital ecosystem. But landmines remain.
The crucial vote on the Digital Services Act is scheduled for 13-14 December in the European Parliament. We want EU decision-makers to put the rights of internet users first by protecting free speech and rejecting internet censorship.
The European Parliament has a unique opportunity to set the course toward the right direction and to dismantle walled gardens built by Big Tech that hold too much control over individuals’ digital rights.
On 13 July, Liberties, Amnesty International, Electronic Frontier Foundation, Global Witness, and Mirovni Inštitute sent an open letter to the LIBE Committee, asking for proper interoperability measures in the Digital Services Act.
Free and fair elections allow us to enjoy free and fair societies. But they are increasingly under threat, even in traditional democracies. Here's what defines free and fair elections.