'Declaration of Internet Freedom' — to keep the Internet free

Many of the web giants and other organizations are joining together to sign a Declaration of Internet Freedom, to keep the internet free and open.

In the wake of SOPA and PIPA, and with CISPA and ACTA still threatening web freedom, several international organizations, including Amnesty International, the Electronic Frontier Foundation, Mozilla and CREDO have signed the Declaration of Internet Freedom. The document calls for, among other things, Internet openness, access and privacy... read more.

Digital Bill of Rights proposed by bi-partisan SOPA opponents

Two lawmakers from opposing sides of the political spectrum are proposing a Digital Bill of Rights to protect the Internet.

Congressman Darrell Issa (R-CA) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) are the leading opponents of the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA). 

They are putting aside their political differences to fight for Internet freedoms by offering a Digital Bill of Rights to ensure that Americans continue to have an open Internet... read full article.

The Internet Defense League — fighting for a free Internet

A new league is out there and fighting to defend our freedom on the Internet. Those with a website, blog or even a YouTube channel can join the fight.

When SOPA and PIPA were hovering ominously over our heads, a huge battle was fought both in the streets and also on the Internet. Many Internet giants, including Wikipedia, Mozilla and Google went black to protest against the possible legislation on January 18, 2012.

Due to the success of the virtual protests against SOPA and PIPA, Fight for the Future, a non-profit group, have started various schemes to fight future threats, including CISPA (Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act or HR-3523).... read full article and join the fight!

Reddit co-founder won't buy Facebook stock over CISPA support

Reddit co-founder Alex Ohanian won't be buying any stock in Facebook and has denounced them over their support of CISPA.

While Facebook is looking to make billions when the social media website goes public, one of the most influential men on the Internet will not be buying any stock due to Facebook's stance on the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA).

In the interview above with CNN, Reddit's co-founder Alex Ohanian explains that he will not be investing in Facebook, even though it is the largest technology IPO in the Internet's history.

The reason for his hesitation to invest is clear - he believes that Facebook's stance on CISPA is very unsettling.... read full article and watch interview.

Mozilla slams CISPA — Microsoft flips support yet again

While most of Silicon Valley is silent on the subject, Mozilla has now spoken up against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act.

Most major internet companies have been remarkably silent on the subject while internet activists rage against CISPA.

But now, Mozilla, the internet navigation giant, has spoken up with the following:

"While we wholeheartedly support a more secure Internet, CISPA has a broad and alarming reach that goes far beyond Internet security. The bill infringes on our privacy, includes vague definitions of cybersecurity, and grants immunities to companies and government that are too broad around information misuse. We hope the Senate takes the time to fully and openly consider these issues with stakeholder input before moving forward with this legislation." ... read full article.

Microsoft has change of heart about CISPA — drops support

Microsoft has decided not to back CISPA citing consumer privacy concerns. One of the major corporate supporters of the draconian bill backs down.

One of the biggest worries on the minds of activists against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) was the number of large internet corporations who are supporting the bill.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bill on Thursday by a huge margin of 248 to 168.

Now one of the biggest has changed its mind - Microsoft says that any new law must allow them “to honor privacy promises” that they make to their customers. The company further said that it hopes to "ensure the final legislation helps to tackle the real threat of cybercrime while protecting consumer privacy." In its current form, CISPA does not protect the privacy of consumers... read full article.

Anonymous taking the battle against CISPA to the streets (video)

Anonymous has been battling against CISPA for some time - now they are starting "Operation Defense. Phase II" calling on people to take to the streets against the invasive legislation.

The group has now admitted that distributed denial of service attacks (DDoS) are not as effective as they were last year. They state that a number of major web sites have now upgraded their servers to manage the attacks.

Now they are telling people to take to the streets against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act. They are calling on Americans to protest outside the local offices of companies that support the draconian bill which was adopted by the House on Thursday... read full article and view video.

The White House threatens to veto CISPA

The president's advisers have now said they will recommend that Obama vetoes the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act if it is passed by Congress.

Congress is planning to vote this week on the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) or H.R. 3523.

Digital Journal reported recently that President Barack Obama opposes CISPA. Now things are a little more official, as the Obama administration has said that it will advise President Obama to veto the controversial bill should it reach the White House.... read full article.

Obama officially opposes CISPA but bill might still go through

The Obama administration has formally declared its opposition to the draconian Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA).

CISPA is up for vote in Congress this week, but a top White House official has now confirmed that President Obama and his closest officers are opposed to the bill.

Once the United States Congress has voted on CISPA, and if the vote successful, the next step is to pass it up the line to Obama for his signature.

The Guardian has reported that Alec Ross, a senior adviser to Secretary of State, Hilary Clinton, has reiterated that top officials under President Obama are pushing to keep the legislation from being signed... read full article.

Ron Paul attacks CISPA — urgent call to oppose 'Big Brother' bill

Congressman Ron Paul has now spoken out against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA). He urges U.S. citizens to inform themselves about this 'Big Brother' bill.

On April 4, 2012 Digital Journal reported on CISPA, a new bill being considered in Congress.

This draconian bill would allow the U.S. government to spy on internet users' communications, social media posts and navigation through the internet, all in the name of "cybersecurity".

Congressman Ron Paul has now publicly spoken against the "Big Brother" bill and the audio is posted above.

The Republican representative from Texas is asking the U.S. public to educate themselves on what would be a major threat to individual privacy throughout the U.S.... read full article and listen to audio.

Video: 'CISPA pushed by spy & tech companies for profit'

David Seaman, journalist and host of The DL Show, talks in depth about the latest threat to internet freedom and privacy, The Cyber Intelligence Sharing Protection Act, or CISPA.

RT interviewed Seaman in the video above and some valuable information has been passed on.

Recently U.S. Congress has attempted to sneak through legislation that could censor and change the face of the internet as we know it, all in the name of "national security."

Earlier in the year it was the Stop Online Privacy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA), which threatened the free internet in the U.S.A., but a huge online and street campaign managed to put an end to both acts.

Now it is the Cyber Intelligence Sharing Protection Act, or CISPA that is threatening the basic privacy of internet users, not only in the U.S.A, but possibly elsewhere in the world... read full article and view video.

EU may reject Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA)

After many protests in the streets of Europe, it looks like ACTA will not come into being. The Member of the EU Parliament responsible for monitoring its process says it should be rejected.

Digital Journal reported in February on the Europe-wide protests against ACTA. The protests appear to have had some success.

Euro MP David Martin, who is the latest rapporteur responsible for monitoring the progress of ACTA through the European Union, says it should be rejected.

Martin's comments come less than 3 months after the resignation of the previous rapporteur, Kader Arif in protest at the plans.... read more and view video.

'Stop Cyber Spying Week' — counter-attack on CISPA

The Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (or CISPA for short) is once again in the news, but this time a major counter-attack is being planned to fight it.

Digital Journal recently reported on the controversial new bill, CISPA and its threats to internet freedom.

Advocates fighting for an open internet are concerned about CISPA, which is currently being considered by Congress under the guise of addressing cybersecurity threats.

They have this week launched a counter-campaign against this draconian bill.  The opponents state that the government is attempting to once again restrict internet access to millions of Americans which could kill internet freedom of expression and information.... read full article and sign petitions.

Facebook tries to calm users’ fears on CISPA support

In the wake of the news that Zuckerberg supports CISPA there has been much ado on Facebook. Now Facebook is trying to calm users' fears saying ‘We’ll protect your private data’.

Digital Journal recently reported that Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook was in support of the new controversial and draconian Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act or CISPA.

RT reports that now Facebook is defending its support for the draconian CISPA and has addressed users on the social media network to try and calm their fears in a message about CISPA.

While users are afraid of massive sharing of private user data with the government, Facebook has promised not to do it.... read full article and view video about CISPA.

Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook fame supports CISPA?

The Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (or CISPA for short) is currently being discussed in Congress and it seems that Mark Zuckerberg is in support of this draconian act.

Digital Journal recently reported on CISPA, the official title of this controversial act being H.R. 3523, and that it is feared that CISPA is far worse than SOPA and PIPA in its possible effects on the Internet.

Now Demand Progress is reporting that, despite his remarks recently about protecting privacy and the free internet, Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook is actually in support of the act.

Facebook has signed on in support of CISPA, the new bill which would potentially let ISPs block websites, cut off users accused of piracy and give the military broad new abilities to spy on the internet.... read full article and sign petition.

Video: Why you should care about SOPA, ACTA etc.

RT has started a brand new series of videos to both entertain and also to inform the public about the dangers of the looming threat of Internet censorship bills and acts.

Why should you be concerned about bills and acts like SOPA, PIPA, CISPA, ACTA, etc. etc.?

In this new series, "Why should you care" the videos inform and advise in a fun way, telling you just why you should most certainly be concerned if one of these draconian measures goes through.

In this week's episode, the Internet is under attack, but Tim’s new robopal is too busy watching dog videos on Youtube to care.

Tim then proceeds to prove to him why SOPA and ACTA and the like are a definite threat to the free Internet, whether you are guilty of piracy, or not... read full article and watch video.

Move over SOPA & PIPA: Here comes CISPA - internet censorship

In the wake of SOPA and PIPA, there is yet another terrifying bill on the table. The Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (or CISPA for short) which is currently being discussed by Congress.

In Washington, Congress is discussing the best way to avert the ongoing cyberattacks and some legislators have put forward a new act which, if it passes Congress, will allow the government access to personal correspondence of any person of their choosing.

Much like the Big Brother tactics in the United Kingdom recently, this bill will likely cause an outcry of condemnation and criticism, as happened with the deceased SOPA and PIPA bills.

The title of this controversial act is H.R. 3523 and it has been dubbed the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (or CISPA for short). It is feared that CISPA is far worse than SOPA and PIPA in its possible effects on the Internet.... read full article.

SOPA 2 — Internet censorship bill rears its ugly head again?

The bad news is, not only are we to worry about the new CISPA act, but it appears that a renewed SOPA might be about try its luck in Congress yet again.

Digital Journal reported recently on the new threat to the free internet, the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (or CISPA for short) which is currently being discussed by Congress.

Worrying enough as it is!

However, it seems that SOPA, which we thought was dead and buried, is now rearing its ugly head yet again.

Apparently, Chris Dodd - the head of the Hollywood Lobby - is now bragging that he's working on a new insider deal to push through legislation similar to SOPA.

In January this year, Dodd found his abilities were called into question when a massive online campaign supported by Google, Wikipedia, Reddit and many other online contenders shut down the MPAA-backed SOPA legislation, which was intended to toughen Internet privacy laws and to target copyright infringers overseas.

Dodd was apparently angry when the Obama issued a statement saying that the White House had "grave concerns" about the impact of this bill on Internet freedoms.... read full article.