Tor is a valuable tool for browsing the web anonymously, but since it’s powered by volunteers willing to share some bandwidth and a computer, it’s always in need of additional help. Which is why EFF is announcing the Tor University…
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EFF at Las Vegas Hacker Summer Camp
The EFF team is pleased to return to the Las Vegas hacker summer camp conferences—BSidesLV, Black Hat USA and DEF CON 31—to rally behind computer security researchers and tinkerers. This entire week of events is a meaningful opportunity to reconnect…
It’s Summer Security Week at EFF
Let me be frank: it’s always security week at EFF! But this week is extra special. EFF will take flight to the Las Vegas hacker summer camp conferences—BSidesLV, Black Hat USA and DEF CON 31—to rally behind computer security researchers…
Your Computer Should Say What You Tell It To Say
WEI? I’m a frayed knot Two pieces of string walk into a bar. The first piece of string asks for a drink. The bartender says, “Get lost. We don’t serve pieces of string.” The second string ties a knot in…
EFF to 9th Circuit: App Stores Shouldn’t Be Liable for Processing Payments for User Content
EFF filed a brief this week in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit arguing that app stores should not be liable for user speech just because they recommend that speech or process payments for those users. Those…
The Impending Privacy Threat of Self-Driving Cars
Within a few years, fully self-driving cars have gone from science fiction to a very common reality for people in San Francisco with other places in the U.S. also testing the new technology. With innovations often come unintended consequences—one of…
Celebrating Ten Years of Encrypting the Web with Let’s Encrypt
Ten years ago, the web was a very different place. Most websites didn’t use HTTPS to protect your data. As a result, snoops could read emails or even take over accounts by stealing cookies. But a group of determined researchers…
Facebook Apparently Will Ask for Consent Before Showing Behavioral Ads to Some Users
For many years now, EFF has argued that pervasive online behavioral surveillance, which powers the exploitative data broker industry as well as some of the largest online tech companies, should be banned. Companies should voluntarily make these changes to benefit…
UN Cybercrime Convention Negotiations Enter Final Phase With Troubling Surveillance Powers Still on the Table
This is Part II of EFF’s analysis of the zero draft of the UN Cybercrime Convention. Part I is here. As one of the last negotiating sessions to finalize the UN Cybercrime Convention approaches, it’s important to remember that the…
The White House Acknowledges the Pressure on Section 702, But Much More Reform is Needed
After months of continued public confirmation that Americans’ privacy is being violated by surveillance under Section 702, and widespread criticism from civil society, activists, surveillance-skeptical bipartisan congressional committees, and even the overly timid Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board—a group…
Government Needs Both the Ability to Talk to Social Media Platforms and Clear Limits, EFF Argues in Brief to Appellate Court
EFF Filed Its Missouri v. Biden Amicus Brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit SAN FRANCISCO—Government input into social media platforms’ decisions about user content raises serious First Amendment concerns and the government must be held…
Deja Vu: The FBI Proves Again it Can’t be Trusted with Section 702
We all deserve privacy in our communications, and part of that is trusting that the government will only access them within the limits of the law. But at this point, it’s crystal clear that the FBI doesn’t believe that either…
Maryland Supreme Court: Police Can’t Search Digital Data When Users Revoke Consent
This post was co-authored by EFF legal intern Virginia Kennedy Under the Fourth Amendment, police can search your home, your computer, and other private spaces without a warrant or even probable cause if you freely and voluntarily consent to the…
The U.K. Government Is Very Close To Eroding Encryption Worldwide
The U.K. Parliament is pushing ahead with a sprawling internet regulation bill that will, among other things, undermine the privacy of people around the world. The Online Safety Bill, now at the final stage before passage in the House of…
International Rights Groups to Thierry Breton: You Need to Make Clear That Under the DSA States Can’t Shut Down the Internet as Punishment for Hateful Content on Platforms
EFF and 66 human rights and free speech advocacy groups across the globe today called on EU Internal Commissioner Thierry Breton to clarify that the Digital Services Act (DSA)—new regulations aimed at reining in Big Tech companies that control the…
FBI Seizure of Mastodon Server is a Wakeup Call to Fediverse Users and Hosts to Protect their Users
We’re in an exciting time for users who want to take back control from major platforms like Twitter and Facebook. However, this new environment comes with challenges and risks for user privacy, so we need to get it right and…
The NDAA is No Place for Sweeping Internet Legislation Like the STOP CSAM Act
The STOP CSAM Act of 2023 would undermine services offering end-to-end encryption and incentivize internet companies to take down lawful user speech. This dangerous bill would threaten security and free speech on the internet—but incredibly, it may pass Congress without even…
Digital Rights Updates with EFFector 35.9
There’s been a lot happening in the digital rights movement, so if you need to catch up, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about the latest news with EFF’s EFFector newsletter, featuring updates, upcoming events, and more. This…
DC Circuit FOSTA Ruling Lets a Bad Law Stay on the Books, But Offers Meaningful Protection for Some Sex Work Forums and Sex Workers Using Online Services
The Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit on July 7 affirmed the dismissal of Woodhull Freedom Foundation v. US, the constitutional challenge to FOSTA. That’s certainly disappointing: this bad law will now stay on the books. But the good…
Court Rejects Efforts to Identify Anoymous Webhost
Note: The post was co-authored by EFF legal intern Janelle Robins In a victory for online expression, a U.S. District Court judge has quashed a subpoena aimed at revealing the identity of an anonymous person who simply hosted a website.…
Young People Should Oppose the Kids Online Safety Act
Next week, Congress plans to move a bill forward that is opposed by dozens of organizations, digital rights protectors, LGBTQ+ activists, and human rights defenders: the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). As we’ve written before, KOSA would lead to censorship…
Victory! Embedded Links to Photos on Instagram Don’t Infringe Photographers’ Copyrights, Court Rules
Every day, we visit websites or read news articles that contain photos embedded from somewhere else, usually other websites or servers where the images were first published or stored. What’s happening behind the scenes when you click on a website…
First Draft of UN Cybercrime Convention Drops Troubling Provisions, But Dangerous And Open-Ended Cross Border Surveillance Powers Are Still on the Table
This is Part I of a two-part post about the first draft of the UN Cybercrime Convention. Part I provides background on treaty negotiations and analyzes our first take on the Zero draft and its human rights implications. Part II analyzes…
First Draft of UN Cybercrime Convention Drops Troubling Provisions, But Dangerous And Open-Ended Cross Border Surveillance Powers Are Back on the Table
This is Part I of a two-part post about the first draft of the UN Cybercrime Convention. Part I provides background on treaty negotiations and analyzes our first take on the Zero draft and its human rights implications. Part II analyzes…
Amended Cooper Davis Act Is a Direct Threat to Encryption
Last week, the Senate Committee on the Judiciary amended and passed S.1080, which would require private messaging services, social media companies, and even cloud providers to report their users to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) if they find out about…
You Can Help Stop These Bad Internet Bills
Red alert! For the last six months, EFF, our supporters, and dozens of other groups have been sounding the alarm about several #BadInternetBills that have been put forward in Congress. We’ve made it clear that these bills are terrible ideas,…
EFF Supports the PRESS Act to Protect Journalists
The Protect Reporters from Exploitive State Spying (PRESS) Act is the long overdue federal shield law that would, at last, provide strong protections to journalists against government surveillance and forced disclosure of their confidential sources. EFF strongly supports this bill,…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
A Broad Federal Publicity Right Is a Risky Answer to Generative AI Problems
As users continue to experiment with generative AI tools, artists are increasingly concerned that use of the tools to mimic their respective “styles” will put them out of business. In addition to the now-infamous AI-generated song that seemed to feature…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
EFF Poker Tournament at DEF CON 31 ♠️
The summer is upon us and that means only one thing, the DEF CON hacking conference is almost here! We’re thrilled to announce that security expert Tarah Wheeler will host EFF’s second annual charity poker tournament at the Horseshoe Poker…
Ecuador’s Judicial System Must Reaffirm Ola Bini’s Innocence In the Face of Prosecutor’s Office Appeal
On January 31, the Swedish computer security expert and free software developer, Ola Bini, was found not guilty by a unanimous verdict from a three-judge tribunal in Ecuador. This marked the culmination of an unfounded criminal prosecution that has persisted…
Even the Government Thinks It Should Stop Buying Corporate Surveillance Data
Intern Nicholas Wilson was the primary author of this post. U.S. government intelligence agencies are buying data about us. The danger to our civil liberties is so extreme that even the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) said…
Victory! Ninth Circuit Allows Human Rights Case to Move Forward Against Cisco Systems
People around the world have been searching for ways to hold accountable companies that build tools for government repression. From massive surveillance systems to state-sponsored malware, governments around the world are increasingly using technology to locate, track, and engage in…
EU Media Freedom Act: A Media Privilege in Content Moderation Is a Really Bad Idea
Introduced in September 2022 by the European Commission as part of the “new push for European Union Democracy,” the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) seeks to promote media pluralism and independence across the EU. EMFA in a Nutshell The EMFA…
Celebrating 33 Years of EFF
Patience is a virtue. And so is tenacity. We are elated to celebrate the Electronic Frontier Foundation’s 33rd anniversary today. EFF has officially been working toward internet freedom longer than many people have been online. I’m grateful to EFF’s supporters…
EFF’s Comment to the Meta Oversight Board on United States Posts Discussing Abortion
This post was co-authored with EFF legal intern Virginia Kennedy. EFF recently submitted comments to the Meta Oversight Board’s call for submissions last month about posts in the United States discussing abortion that were removed under the company’s violence and…
Settled Human Rights Standards as Building Blocks for Platform Accountability and Regulation: A Contribution to the Brazilian Debate
Download the report Since at least a decade ago, human rights institutions have acknowledged the enabling potential of the internet to realize a range of human rights. Digital technologies have been incredibly transformative tools for allowing people to speak out…
Generative AI Policy Must Be Precise, Careful, and Practical: How to Cut Through the Hype and Spot Potential Risks in New Legislation
Anxiety about generative AI is growing almost as fast as the use of the technology itself, fueled by dramatic rhetoric from prominent figures in tech, entertainment, and national security. Something, they suggest, must be done to stave off any number…
Expanding Broadband in Portland, The Time Is Now
Access to high-speed internet in our homes is an essential utility, not a luxury. Our local and regional governments have a responsibility to provide equitable, accessible, and affordable fast-internet service to every home and business- just like electricity, water, and…
Nurturing the Internet Freedom Movement 🌱
One of my favorite things to do in the summertime is get my hands dirty among sunkissed flowers, vegetables, and greenery in my garden. Just as plants thrive when cared for—turning from a small seed to something with roots, branches,…
The U.S. Patent Office Should Drop Proposed Rules That Favor Patent Trolls
More than 14,000 people and organizations, including EFF, have sent public comments responding to a wrongheaded proposal by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to change the rules about patent challenges in a way that would favor patent trolls. …
Nurturing the Internet Freedom Movement 🌱
One of my favorite things to do in the summertime is get my hands dirty among sunkissed flowers, vegetables, and greenery in my garden. Just as plants thrive when cared for—turning from a small seed to something with roots, branches,…
Nurturing the Internet Freedom Movement 🌱
One of my favorite things to do in the summertime is get my hands dirty among sunkissed flowers, vegetables, and greenery in my garden. Just as plants thrive when cared for—turning from a small seed to something with roots, branches,…
Nurturing the Internet Freedom Movement 🌱
One of my favorite things to do in the summertime is get my hands dirty among sunkissed flowers, vegetables, and greenery in my garden. Just as plants thrive when cared for—turning from a small seed to something with roots, branches,…
Nurturing the Internet Freedom Movement 🌱
One of my favorite things to do in the summertime is get my hands dirty among sunkissed flowers, vegetables, and greenery in my garden. Just as plants thrive when cared for—turning from a small seed to something with roots, branches,…
Preliminary Injunction Limiting Government Communications with Platforms Tackles Illegal “Jawboning,” But Fails to Provide Guidance on What’s Unconstitutional
A July 4 preliminary injunction issued by a federal judge in Louisiana limiting government contacts with social media platforms deals with government “jawboning”—urging private persons and entities to censor another’s speech—a serious issue deserving serious attention and judicial scrutiny. The…
DSA Must Follow a Human-Rights Centered Enforcement Process, With Regulators Engaging International Civil Society Voices
EFF and its partners in the Digital Services Act (DSA) Human Rights Alliance called on European Union (EU) regulators today to engage international civil society voices and forge a human rights centered approach in talks about the implementation and enforcement…
Raise a Glass: EFF’s 15th Annual Cyberlaw Trivia Winners!
What do you get when you gather a bunch of the sharpest legal minds in one room with delicious food and obscure tech law trivia? That’s right, you get EFF’s 15th Annual Cyberlaw Trivia night! On June 29th we had…
EFF Urges Supreme Court to Make Clear That Government Officials Have First Amendment Obligations When They Use Their Social Media Accounts for Governmental Purposes
Officials Using Nominally Personal or Pre-existing Campaign Accounts Can’t Sidestep the First Amendment and Block People Washington, D.C. — EFF urged the Supreme Court today to send a loud and clear message to government officials around the country who use…
Digital Rights Updates with EFFector 35.8
There’s a lot happening in the digital rights movement, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Catch up on the latest news with our EFFector newsletter, featuring updates, upcoming events, and more. Our latest issue features updates from Reddit’s moderator…
Data Sanctuary for Trans People
A growing number of states have prohibited transgender youths from obtaining gender-affirming health care. Some of these states are also restricting access by transgender adults. Fortunately, other states have responded by enacting sanctuary laws to protect trans people who visit…
Around the World, Threats to LGBTQ+ Speech Deepen
Globally, an increase in anti-LGBTQ+ intolerance is impacting individuals and communities both online and off. The digital rights community has observed an uptick in censorship of LGBTQ+ websites as well as troubling attempts by several countries to pass explicitly anti-LGBTQ+…
VICTORY! Maine Increases Transparency and Accountability for its Fusion Center
In a major step for reigning in the unaccountable power of fusion centers, the Maine state House and Senate have passed HP 947, An Act to Increase the Transparency and Accountability of the Maine Information and Analysis Center. The bill…
Civil Society Calls on Tech Firms to Oppose Protest Song Ban
EFF and more than 24 civil society organizations have written to tech companies including Apple, Google, Meta, Twitter, and Spotify urging them to oppose the Hong Kong government’s application for an injunction to ban broadcasting and distribution of the 2019…
Californians: Tell the Governor and Legislature to Keep Their Promise on Broadband Funding
We need your help telling Governor Newsom and the California Legislature to keep their promise on broadband infrastructure funding—giving it full funding without any cuts or delays. California’s broadband infrastructure fund created by S.B. 156 in 2021 creates several critical…