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censorship
Technology Amnezia VPN Releases Critical Update to Counter Russia's New Protocol Fingerprint Blocking
Amnezia VPN released version 4.8.18.0 to fix a bug in its AmneziaWG protocol that was exploited by Russia's media regulator, Roskomnadzor, in a coordinated cyberattack. The update addresses a new blocking method that uses protocol fingerprints to identify and block VPN servers automatically, impacting Amnezia's Free and Premium services.
Technology Senators Cruz and Wyden Introduce Bipartisan JAWBONE Act to Curb Government Cens
Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) have introduced the Justice Against Weaponized Bureaucratic Overreach to Networked Expression (JAWBONE) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at holding the government accountable for censorship and First Amendment violations. The bill would create a cause of action against any government agency or employee for jawboning, and allow plaintiffs to seek monetary damages. Despite bipartisanship, Cruz and Wyden clashed over which administration is more guilty of censorship.
Regulations & Compliance China Tightens Controls on Micro Drama Content
Effective June 2026, China's National Radio and Television Administration enforces stricter content regulations on micro dramas, targeting violence and misogyny. This move aims to promote healthier social norms.