Tag: Fake News

Four signs Mexico is embracing digital authoritarianism

In Asia, parliaments must protect rights online — or lose democracy
As parliaments across Asia convene, governments continue pushing deeply flawed laws and policies, while relegating digital rights to the sidelines. Here’s what’s happening in India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, and why members of parliament must take action to protect our rights before any more damage is done.

How pro-government media in Morocco use “fake news” to target and silence Rif activists
Jailed activist Nasser Zefzafi was smeared by Moroccan media. He’s not alone.

Malaysia’s dangerous “fake news” law is still on the books. It must be repealed.
This law is part of a global trend that harms free expression and threatens democratic discourse. We’re urging Malaysia to re-table the legislation for repeal.

Cambodia curbs free speech in the name of “fake news”
Cambodia has announced a new directive aimed at combating “fake news” that will reportedly require all websites to register with Cambodia’s Ministry of Information or face additional scrutiny.

Free expression in MENA: death by a thousand cuts
Across the region, authorities are leveraging accusations of “fake news” and imposing harsh prison sentences — in some cases, 10 years — based on what an advocate has posted online.

Brazil: “fake news” proposals add uncertainty to institutional crisis
Brazil joins the list of countries debating regulations to eliminate “fake news.” Dangerous proposals to censor online expression come at a terrible moment for Brazil’s democracy.

Community voices: Ahmad Primo combats false news and disinformation coming out of Syria
Six weeks away from RightsCon, we highlight the vital work that our community members are doing to defend and extend human rights in the digital age.

Access Now responds to Special Rapporteur Kaye on “Content Regulation in the Digital Age”
Governments are coercing private internet intermediaries to police and regulate online content. Here’s how companies can meet their obligation to respect human rights.

Saving our agnostic internet, part I: censorship and free expression
Governments globally are pushing companies to “do more” to address harmful speech online. Any approach must bolster, not undermine, human rights.