On Lawfare Daily, @klonick.bsky.social interviewed @ronanfarrow.bsky.social and Andrew Marantz about their @newyorker.com article on Sam Altman, the products he's building at OpenAI, and how he's selling them to investors and the public, and also to regulators and world leaders. youtu.be/O2GNrY63_2c
It's okay to hate Meta and wish for its collapse and failure. But the two jury verdicts this week are not the vehicle for that. They're going to have widespread impact across the internet, and will do real damage to every other internet service.
New Tech Policy podcast!
Host @corbinkbarthold.bsky.social speaks at State of the Net with @joellthayer.bsky.social (Digital Progress Institute), @ashkhen.bsky.social (@futurefreespeech.org) and Luke Hogg (FAI). They discuss how the First Amendment should work in a world of algorithms and AI.
This weekend, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned broadcasters that running what he calls “hoaxes and news distortions” about the Iran war could jeopardize their broadcast licenses.
But the First Amendment doesn't have a "fake news" exemption, and it never has, @ashkhen.bsky.social writes.
Thrilled to publish my latest article
BAN COOKIE BANNERS: A CASE STUDY IN TECH REGULATION
with the Harv. J. of Law & Tech!
A cri de cœur to end this worse-than-useless regulatory compliance regime and let something that actually protects users take its place.
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Should your favorite influencer have to weigh in on the latest political controversy, even when they don't make political content?
If we demand speech on command, @ashkhen.bsky.social explores what that means for our free speech culture.
Sharing this *excellent* explainer by @lawfaremedia.org 's Isabel Arroyo on the current stage of digital age assurance definitions and laws.
Bookmark it, it's a fabulous resource:
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/to-r...
Can the NFL really claim "neutrality" if it prevents players from expressing strong opinions while taking overt political stances on other issues?
Given its immense cultural power and influence, @ashkhen.bsky.social argues that the NFL should do better if it wants to reflect American values.
Sen. Wyden, thank you for your leadership and foresight in enacting Section 230. I posted my thoughts about its past, present, and future this morning
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When I wrote Section 230 I did so knowing it would be critical for protecting free speech online. 30 years later and it’s one of the last things standing in the way of Republican censorship of the internet. Here’s to many more years of defending this vital safeguard of free speech.
Some thoughts from me in techdirt about Rand Paul’s journey to the wrong policy conclusion
Free speech advocates had a busy 2025, to say the least. But more battles are ahead.
@ashkhen.bsky.social spoke with the Tallahassee Democrat about key First Amendment fights to expect in 2026— from proposed algorithm regulations to the speech rights of non-citizen students.
COMING SOON:
New Australian social media law ban for everyone under 33.
Hey folks: this morning we're launching a monthlong fundraiser for @techdirt.com. Over the last year, we've been steadfast in not self-censoring, not capitulating, not sanewashing bullshit. But that's come at a cost. And we need help: rtb.techdirt.com/products/fri...
🇺🇸vs.🇪🇺: An energy company sued an advocacy organization in a U.S. court over pipeline protests.
Now, the advocacy org is taking its claims to an EU court, alleging that the company launched a strategic lawsuit against public participation (SLAPP) against them.
She’s back!
On the latest Tech Policy Podcast, former host Ashkhen Kazaryan (@ashkhen.bsky.social) of @futurefreespeech.org returns for a wide-ranging discussion about powerful algorithms, attacks on Section 230, and much, much more.
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Graphic including the quote from Future of Free Speech's Ashkhen Kazaryan "Tech Prom is one of the few events that brings together brilliant and passionate leaders across tech, law, and policy. And the desserts are always great."
Future of Free Speech's Ashkhen Kazaryan on the right hand side in a red dress.
Graphic including the quote from Microsoft's Chris Calebrese with the quote "I look forward to Tech Prom every year. Spaces like this-where advocacy, innovation, and community interest - are so essential to shaping tech for good."
Microsoft staff gathered around a table at CDT's 2024 Tech Prom.
Tech Prom 2025 is around the corner— we’re highlighting some of the many voices that make the evening so memorable, including Future of Free Speech’s @ashkhen.bsky.social and Microsoft’s Chris Calabrese.
📍 The LINE DC
🗓️ Oct 23 | 6–10 PM
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As part of this year’s #FOSO2025 conference, don’t miss @ashkhen.bsky.social, India McKinney, @rude1.blacksky.team & Ryan Carroll as they unpack Section 230’s misunderstood legacy and its role in protecting users worldwide. 10/28 @ 1pm ET: standtogether.swoogo...
The age of constitutional evasion.
Free expression online faces new challenges—from AI to government pressure on platforms. At this year’s #FutureOfSpeechOnline 2025, experts will explore what’s at stake for speech in the digital age.
🗓️ Oct 28 & 29 | 🕛 12–3pm ET
🎟️ standtogether.swoogo...
At a panel hosted by the American Enterprise Institute, @ashkhen.bsky.social said normalizing jawboning sends a dangerous message to younger generations.
🔗 Watch the full panel here: aei.org/events/policing-the-public-interest-and-broadcast-content-at-todays-fcc
The Trump administration and the FCC have ramped up threats to broadcasters and media outlets.
How does Jimmy Kimmel's suspension impact free speech in America going forward?
How can we use surveys to promote a culture of free speech? @ashkhen.bsky.social talks to @glukianoff.bsky.social and Kevin Goldberg in a panel sponsored by @thefireorg.bsky.social and @1stforall.bsky.social. #FreeSpeechSummit2025
🤔 Section 230? Algorithmic Curation? What do these buzzwords have to do with free expression?
In our first Policy Paper Series report, @ashkhen.bsky.social explores how the First Amendment and federal law protect how platforms curate your feed, and why you should care.
@ashkhen.bsky.social explains how both scenarios mean fewer controls for users and likely more online censorship in a new Policy Paper and Bedrock Principle post.
🔗 Bedrock Principle: www.bedrockprinciple.com/p/why-you-sh...
When the FCC pressured ABC into pulling Jimmy Kimmel Live! off air, they weren’t just threatening speech.
@ashkhen.bsky.social said they were sending a message to younger generations that the First Amendment isn’t invincible.
We all yelled into a void about AG Bondi’s hate speech comments. Here are some thoughts and First Amendment doctrine to back them up www.bedrockprinciple.com/p/the-first-...
If you haven’t had time to follow the Internet crackdown and subsequent violent upheaval of govt in Nepal, here’s a recap.
In addition to being an awful story about real people’s lives, it’s also an amazing microcosm or synechdoche or something for the bigger picture.
Section 230 😇
Bluesky a @jeopardyofficial.bsky.social question!! Ring the bells @jay.bsky.team @mmasnick.bsky.social
🚨 The Trump administration has signed an executive order to prosecute individuals who burn the American flag.
Read our statement from Senior Legal Fellow
@ashkhen.bsky.social:
