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#WhateverHappenedTo... #Mastodon.#Social... | #LookNoQuestionMark
#JustLike #SpaceKarenX's US$44bn #KiddiePornGeneratingAI #Website... #FormerlyKnown as #TwitterX
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#AgeVerification #NoAgeVerificationRequired #TheInternetIsStillOn #FalseEquivalence #AuditTrail
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#WhateverHappenedTo... #Mastodon.#Social... | #LookNoQuestionMark
#JustLike #SpaceKarenX's US$44bn #KiddiePornGeneratingAI #Website... #FormerlyKnown as #TwitterX
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#AgeVerification #NoAgeVerificationRequired #TheInternetIsStillOn #FalseEquivalence #AuditTrail
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#WhateverHappenedTo... #Mastodon.#Social... | #LookNoQuestionMark
#JustLike #SpaceKarenX's US$44bn #KiddiePornGeneratingAI #Website... #FormerlyKnown as #TwitterX
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#AgeVerification #NoAgeVerificationRequired #TheInternetIsStillOn #FalseEquivalence #AuditTrail
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¿Sabes que también puedes encontrar a @enGatadas_AB #Albacete en #TwitterX #Facebook #Instagram #bluesky y #Tiktok ?
Asómate por cualquiera de estas #redessociales si deseas seguir nuestra labor.
#cat #cats #CatsOfMastodon #catstodon #CatsOfFediverse #catslover #engatadas #engatadasalbacete #adoptdontshop #gato #gatos #kitten #kittens #albacete #catsofbluesky #caturday #catsofmastodon #catlovers
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#GoodMorningHorn and #HappyHappy #HappyBaconBagelDay...
1: #TwitterX is still a #DumpsterFire
2: #Mastodon is #Lovely; and,
3: #There is a #FreshPotOfCoffee on the #Go...And, #QuoteToots; #StillQuiteCool...
#IT #CouldBeWorse... You could #StillBeRenting...
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#BeingEuropean #MostlyEurope #StayingEuropean #DesktopWallpaper #MakeTimeForBacon
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#GoodMorningHorn and #HappyHappy #StillAliveSaturday...!
How's your #RunUp to #FictionalChristmas #WorkingOut for you... | #LookNoQuestionMark
1: #TwitterX is still a #DumpsterFire;
2: #Mastodon is #Lovely; and,
3: #There is a #FreshPotOfCoffee on the #Go...And, #QuoteToots; #StillQuiteCool...
#IT's a #FarCry from the #DarkOldDays of #vmst and the #AngryIncels of #TheGhostOfMisterDen's #DeadInstance...
#TheOnlyThingLeft for #MastodonEngineering #ToDo is #StopTinkering #AroundTheEdges of #MastodonDevelopment and #PlaceIT into #MaintenanceMode for #TheForeseeableFuture
There's #NoPoint in #Adding more #NewFeatures to a #PerfectlyFunctionalSystem unless there's a #FundamentallyNew #SystemRequirement
"They/them" should #Simply #FireEveryone they don't #ReallyNeed and #LetThemGrow into #NewNewProjects... #TotallyNew #SeparateProjects...
Have a #GreatChristmas; #WhateverThatIs...
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I love the everything app /s
#X Is Ditching DMs Hours After as News of Musk Messaging Women About Impregnating Them Breaks
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I love the everything app /s
#X Is Ditching DMs Hours After as News of Musk Messaging Women About Impregnating Them Breaks
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#Meanwhile...
#MyLittleBigBuddy #Still hasn't #Found his #MissingSock; I've #HiddenIT #QuiteWell...
1: #TwitterX is still a #DumpsterFire
2: #Mastodon is #Lovely; and,
3: #There is a #FreshPotOfCoffee on the #Go...The #PrideOrange #WarMachine is #StandingBy... #IT's #FullOfDiesel... And, #TheMagickBlueJuice... #NoOilChangeRequired
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The central theme of our discussion today is the increasing attempts by Western democratic governments to control free speech online. These efforts are not isolated but are part of a coordinated global push to regulate the flow of information under the guise of combating disinformation. Governments from Australia to Europe and the United States are all involved in this endeavour, often collaborating and sharing strategies to tighten their grip on the digital landscape.
Australia recently announced plans to impose hefty fines on social media platforms that fail to prevent the spread of what the government deems “misinformation.” The proposed legislation, which is expected to be introduced soon, targets content that could harm election integrity, public health, or critical infrastructure. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) would gain additional powers to ensure compliance, including the ability to set standards and enforce penalties.
The rationale behind these measures is ostensibly to protect the public from harmful falsehoods. However, the critical question remains: Who decides what constitutes misinformation? The essence of Western democratic thought, rooted in the Enlightenment, is that no central authority should have the power to determine the truth. Free speech is essential for individuals to examine various ideas and decide for themselves what to believe.
The dangers of granting such power to governments are evident. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many ideas initially labelled as disinformation were later proven to be either reasonably debatable or even true. Governments exploited public fears to suppress dissenting voices, and in doing so, spread their own disinformation. This underscores the fundamental problem: no human institution is infallible or trustworthy enough to wield such power.
Australia’s approach is not unique. The European Union is also investigating Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) for allegedly allowing disinformation and illegal content to proliferate. The EU’s Digital Services Act aims to clamp down on what it deems toxic content, with potential fines of up to 6% of a platform’s global revenue for non-compliance.
The implications of these measures are far-reaching. If social media companies face severe penalties for hosting content that governments consider harmful, they will inevitably err on the side of caution. This will lead to the removal of vast amounts of content, stifling free speech and reducing the internet to a platform for only the most benign, government-approved messages.
The ultimate goal of these efforts is to create an environment where only state-sanctioned narratives can flourish, effectively silencing dissent and critical thought. This is a direct threat to the foundational principles of free speech and open discourse that underpin democratic societies.
In conclusion, while the intent to combat misinformation is commendable, the methods being employed pose a grave risk to free speech. The power to determine what is true and what is false should not rest with any government. Instead, it should remain with individuals, who must be free to explore, debate, and decide for themselves. The path we are on leads to a dystopian future where free thought and expression are curtailed by the very institutions meant to protect them.
#civilLiberties #civilRightsAndCivilLiberties #freeSpeech #freeSpeechRights #freedomOfSpeech #independentJournalism #independentMedia #Internet #internetFreeSpeech #investigativeJournalism #journalism #journalist #Politics #politicsToday #tech #TwitterX #usPolitics
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In our increasingly digital world, the boundaries of free speech and expression are continually tested, often with significant legal implications. A recent case in the UK highlights the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the potential legal consequences of online posts. A woman was sentenced to 20 months in prison for a Facebook post, leading many to question the limits of their own online expressions.
The right to freedom of expression, enshrined in Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), is a qualified right. This means that while individuals are free to express themselves, there are limitations based on the context and potential impact of their expressions. The law allows for restrictions if the expression incites violence, causes needless anxiety, or is persistently annoying.
A notable case in this regard involved a woman named Scotto, who had her conviction quashed after being prosecuted for a series of exchanged tweets. The judgment referenced Section 127 of the Communications Act 2003, which criminalises the improper use of public electronic communications networks for the purpose of causing annoyance, inconvenience, or needless anxiety. The judge clarified that these provisions were not intended to criminalise expressions that are merely annoying or inconvenient.
The case underscores the importance of context and intent in determining the legality of online posts. While persistent harassment through electronic communications can be prosecuted, a single post that annoys someone is unlikely to meet the threshold for criminality unless it incites violence or causes significant harm.
In contrast, the United States offers broader protections for free speech under the First Amendment. This disparity is particularly evident in the context of recent discussions about Elon Musk’s comments on social media. Musk’s remarks about the possibility of civil war in the UK have sparked debate about whether such statements could lead to legal action or even extradition.
Brian Rio, a US attorney, provided an in-depth analysis of the legal landscape surrounding free speech in the US. He highlighted the Brandenburg v. Ohio case, which permits advocacy of violence as long as it does not incite imminent lawless action. According to Rio, Musk’s comments, which warn of potential civil unrest without advocating for it, fall well within the bounds of protected speech in the US.
Rio’s analysis further illustrates the robust protection of free speech in the US, even extending to statements that might be considered inflammatory or provocative. For example, advocating for the violent overthrow of the government or expressing the desirability of war is protected, provided there is no immediate threat or incitement to illegal action.
This stark contrast between the UK and US legal frameworks highlights the challenges of navigating free speech in a globalised digital landscape. While the UK imposes more stringent restrictions to prevent harm and maintain public order, the US upholds a broader interpretation of free speech, prioritising the exchange of ideas and political discourse.
In conclusion, the legal treatment of online expressions varies significantly between jurisdictions, reflecting different cultural and legal priorities. The UK focuses on preventing harm and maintaining public order, while the US prioritises the protection of free speech, even at the risk of allowing provocative statements. Understanding these differences is crucial for navigating the complex and evolving landscape of digital communication.
https://teasmith.au/resource/this-was-eye-opening/
#BlackBeltBarrister #barrister #freeLegalAdvice #freeLegalGuidance #lawyer #tech #TwitterX
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#BTW: #IF you're #Still #NotQuiteSure, #CantQuiteRemember (or #JustDontKnow) what #DataAnalytics are... | #TransactionalAnalysis101
Back in the #DarkOldDays of #TwitterX; before #SpaceKarenX #TurnedIT into the #GoToHellScape #IT is #Today...
#EngagementRating was a #Thing; the #MastodonSpyBalloon is #PutSimply: #SoMuchBetter...
And, #DontForget... #KittensAreStoopid
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Free speech #Twitter/X has SUSPENDED the Netanyahu parody account after Elon Musk meeting with #Netanyahu
It's lovely how quickly the pig showed his true face after just one meeting with the devil.#ElonMusk sFreeSpeexh #Censorship #Polotics #Israel #SocialNetwork
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Ich #X'e , du Xt, er,sie,es Xt, wir #X'en, ihr Xt, sie #X'en. Da isser wieder der gute alte #Glottisschlag
