The Gig Economy and Outsourcing: A Dark Net of Near Slavery

Julian Vigo / Truthdig Sep 7, 2018 The gig economy is being driven by those who seek to cut costs; this begins and ends with their ability to wiggle out of being considered “employers” in any sense. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )

Twitter Permanently Bans Alex Jones and Infowars, Citing Abuse

BARBARA ORTUTAY / The Associated Press Sep 6, 2018 Banning the right-wing conspiracy theorist and his show comes a day after Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey testifies before Congress about alleged bias against conservatives on the platform. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Facebook Also Censoring the Left Isn’t Just a Worry—It’s a Reality

Alan MacLeod / FAIR Aug 23, 2018 Facebook immediately used the precedent it set with far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones to switch its sights on the left, temporarily shutting down the Occupy London page and deleting the anti-fascist No Unite the Right account. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Tech Companies Put Brakes on InfoWars Owner Over Hate Speech

BARBARA ORTUTAY / The Associated Press Aug 7, 2018 In recent days, Facebook, Apple, YouTube and Spotify have removed material published by Alex Jones, reflecting a more aggressive enforcement of hate speech policies in the wake of social media protests. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

At an Awkward Age, Finding Grace

Carrie Rickey / Truthdig Jul 18, 2018 So real it comes off as a documentary, “Eighth Grade” is worth the trip—for both its heroine and for audiences. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

‘Net Neutrality’ Officially Dead, but Battle Continues

MAE ANDERSON / The Associated Press Jun 11, 2018 The demise of Obama-era internet protections could affect consumers' ability to watch and use their favorite apps and services—though not right away. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

YouTube Blocks Video Criticizing Israeli Militarism

Emily Wells / Truthdig Apr 10, 2018 A 2015 piece featuring journalists Abby Martin and Max Blumenthal discussing the brutality of Israeli occupation has now been removed in 28 countries. However, it still can be seen in the United States. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

YouTube Shooter Told Family She ‘Hated’ the Company

MICHAEL BALSAMO and RYAN NAKASHIMA / The Associated Press Apr 4, 2018 Police say a woman who believed she was being suppressed by YouTube opened fire at the video website's California headquarters, wounding three before taking her own life. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Shooter Dead, 4 Wounded at YouTube HQ

JEFF CHIU and SUDHIN THANAWALA / The Associated Press Apr 3, 2018 Officers and federal agents swarm the company's campus in San Bruno, Calif., amid multiple 911 reports of gunfire. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

YouTube Tightens Restrictions on Firearm Videos

The Associated Press Mar 22, 2018 Google's video-serving network is banning videos that provide instructions on how to make a firearm, ammunition, high-capacity magazines and such accessories as bump stocks. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Thought Police for the 21st Century

Chris Hedges, Mr. Fish / Truthdig Jan 21, 2018 Google, Facebook and other companies are “protecting” us by imposing a censorship that drains the remaining blood of democracy and free expression. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

After Net Neutrality: Brace for Internet ‘Fast Lanes’

Ali Arbel / The Associated Press Dec 20, 2017 Seven major providers equivocated when asked if they might establish access lanes of different speeds. None would rule out the possibility. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )