French president introduces ‘fake news’ bill to fight rumours he’s gay
"Under the law, French authorities would be able to immediately halt the publication of information deemed to be false ahead of elections."
EU Moves to Monitor Uploads, ‘Censor’ Memes, ‘Tax’ Website Links
"The EU is voting to introduce aggressive new online copyright laws and 'widespread censorship' measures, which critics say could strangle new media websites and stifle satire and online meme culture."
Amid crackdown, China requires Party building in social groups’ charters
"China's Ministry of Civil Affairs said it requires social organizations to include Party building in their charters to ensure their correct political direction."
The odd reality of life under China’s all-seeing credit score system
"Here are some lesser-known examples of the social credit system’s real-life applications, from hospitals to K-pop."
The Rise of No-Knock SWAT Raids
"Isn’t that sad that calling the police to someone’s house is attempted murder?"
California Senate Passes Bill to Create Banking Alternative for Cannabis Industry, Bypass Federal Reserve
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (June 6, 2018) – Last week, the California Senate passed a bill that would establish limited state-chartered banks to serve the cannabis industry. Final passage of this legislation would remove a major federal roadblock in front of the developing marijuana industry in the state and further nullify federal prohibition of cannabis. Sen. Bob…
Signed by the Governor: Tennessee Revises Law on Drone Surveillance
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 6, 2018) – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam has signed a bill making changes to the state’s laws on drone surveillance. The new law tightens up some aspects of the current law, but relaxes provisions relating to data retention. Sen. Jack Johnson (R-Brentwood) sponsored Senate Bill 1993 (SB1993). The legislation revises the Freedom from…
Police officer fired for hitting fleeing suspect with car hired by neighboring county
"The Georgia police officer who was fired for hitting a fleeing suspect with his cop car on Saturday was out of work for just two days."
Government Agencies Across U.S. Leak Their Passwords In Public Trello Boards
"A large number of government agencies, marketing firms, healthcare organizations and IT support companies are publishing credentials via public Trello boards."
Welcome to Police-State America, Weary Traveler
"If Homeland Security were genuinely concerned about public safety, they’d transfer those armed INS agents to serve as security guards in the baggage claim area, and leave intelligent, trained and — what the hell — polite and welcoming passport checkers to handle the paperwork end."
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