The Online Safety Act is ballooning in scope. Bumping up 'self-harm' content as a priority offence means these sort of posts will be stripped from social media for adults and kids. ORG's James Baker explains how this change to the law will result in therapeutic or support content being censored.

Social media is an "unhealthy online environment" 🤮 The problem lies with the business model that underpins these monopolistic platforms: they promote ragebait to rake in the money. ORG's Jim Killock told BBC News what needs to be done: ✅ Competition. ✅ User empowerment. ✅ Decentralisation.

Digital checkpoints will crop up all over the Internet after MPs backed new powers to expand age verification. The only way to block under-16s is to run checks on everybody. That's millions more people having to hand over personal data to unregulated providers just to access everyday services.

Blink and you’ll have never seen it in the first place 🫥 Age verification rules in the Online Safety Act are snapping parts of the Internet out of existence. But it’s not what you think (porn)! News on conflicts: GONE. Support for sexual health and smoking: GONE. Watch how censorship works ⬇️

LGBTQ people are core users of the Internet 🏳️‍🌈 🌐 80% participate in social networking, compared to 58% of the general public. Messaging apps that use end-to-end encryption help to keep LGBTQ people safe. Read more from @lgbttech.bsky.social ➡️ www.lgbttech.org/post/2019/11... #PracticeSafeText 💬

Before the online safety consultation even ended, the government indicated that new restrictions are on the way. Pushing for a social media ban ignores its inherent fault – it doesn't work. ORG's James Baker explains how people will find workarounds and what's a better way to address online harms.

The over-moderation of content relating to Palestine is a result of the government banning Palestine Action and duties placed on platforms by the Online Safety Act. Our open letter calls on Ofcom to proactively defend the right to free expression. Hear more from ORG's @sarachitseko.bsky.social ⬇️

The UK needs to break the cycle of dependency on Big Tech ⛓️‍💥 Proprietary systems, secret code and punishing exit fees mean we're out of pocket and out of control. The legacy is one of failure over strategic investment. That's why we need Digital Sovereignty now. ORG's @jim.killock.org.uk explains.

The use of AI in asylum decision-making is likely unlawful. These tools rewrite interviews, choosing what to include and exclude. Without knowing this, asylum applicants can't be sure accurate information is used to inform decisions. 📺️ ORG's @sarahalsherif.bsky.social explains the legal opinion.

Police tech doesn't predict crime. It predicts policing. Fed on flawed police data, so-called 'crime-predicting' tech automates racism and discrimination against overpoliced communities. The Safety Not Surveillance coalition spread the word. Sign up ➡️ action.openrightsgroup.org/join-fight-a...

At our Montgomery premiere, Scheron discussed how the project shifted his perspective on stress and daily choices. Stay tuned for more highlights from our Q&A session! #TheSkinYoureIn

Saadia Mirza "Mark Cuban was pissed about the video I made about him so he DMed me. Full 5 minute version with my commentary that was cut off at the end will be on my S u b s t a c k." substack.com/@saadiam Mark Cuban @mcuban.bsky.social

Another Fasc tumor excised. So many more to go. And yet again, female. Only male incompetence is allowed in drumpville.

Canada Launches New PR Pathway – 33,000 Workers May Qualify Canada has introduced a new Permanent Residency pathway that could benefit up to 33,000 workers. 💬 Interested? Submit your details in the below : www.bestmigrationconsultant.com/linkedin/ #CanadaPR #CanadaImmigration #NewPathway

BREAKING: as one of the only women veterans in Congress, @goodlander.house.gov is co-sponsoring the WARRIOR Act so that all service members must meet the same qualifications for combat regardless of gender. Women deserve an equal chance to serve! #Military #politics #usa🇺🇸 #news #congress

AI Reads Your Images and Videos Too (Are You Optimizing Them?) #AISEO #MultimodalOptimization #AISearch #FutureOfSEO #ContentStrategy #AIMarketing #DigitalMarketing

Tankrabatt und 1000-Euro-Prämie? Kommen nicht bei den Menschen an! Wir haben eine bessere Idee: Sofortmaßnahmen als schnelle Hilfeleistung und gleichzeitig langfristig angelegte Reformen, um uns besser für künftige Krisen zu wappnen. 1/2

#news #politics #rant #daily #reaction

What SMS Marketing is Not? #smsmarketing #aivideo

Don’t you just love it when people call into radio stations, without doing their homework….and fall flat on their ignorant faces…😳😳😳 #Iran #IllegalWar #Oil #EpsteinFiles

NEW: System Monitor Pro for Cinema 4D. 20% Off until May 30. System Monitor Pro is a lightweight Cinema 4D plugin that displays real-time RAM, CPU and GPU statistics directly inside a compact floating panel — without ever leaving C4D. aescripts.com/system-monit... #cinema4d #c4d #aescripts

OH MY GOD 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 SHE DID IT #STARDOM 🤼

820 miles border to border and back again. Today was an incredible day driving the entire length of CD02. It was a 17 hour day that left me feeling energized and hopeful. Thank you Carson City for bringing the heart and the energy. See everyone in Elko tomorrow.

#rowdyroddypiper #wrestling #wwe #dancing #bar 🕺🫪

Stephen Colbert got his band to play licensed music during his final show so CBS would be sued for using the music illegally and would have to pay the fines #CBS

The hunt never truly ended. For more than 20 years it has continued behind loopholes and smokescreens. Now there is a real chance for us to change that. Have your say in the government consultation. https://leagueacs.co.uk/HULvI

❌ “ #Israël does not represent the #Jëwish people. #Judaïsm is a faith, not a flag, not a government, not a nation state. #Anti-Zïonism is NOT #Anti-sëmitism. #Zïonism is not #Judaïsm. #Israël is not the state of the #Jëws. Being #Anti-Zïonist and #Anti-Israëli does not make you #Anti-Sëmitic "

So, Lindsey Graham loves the direction we're in & Trump is his favorite Prez, because "We're killing the right people" and we're using more bombs than WWII AND people cheered No, this is not AI. This is America under #MAGA leadership BTW many of them are pleading with folks to vote for Cuomo

Hey everybody here is today’s DISNEY trivia enjoy and have fun. I will see you real soon.

Iran is retaliating after they bombed Bandar Abbas. Tnis is one of US missiles that was shutdown by Iran:

MDMA diplomacy almost sounds reasonable.

Flowerdrops V1.5 is available now! Like with previous patches, there's a mix of added features, new and rebalanced levels, and various QoL improvements. Plus a brand new trailer~ 🌹🌺🍀💜 Out now on Steam and Itch! Read the full changelog: store.steampowered.com/news/app/370...

BRO #NBA Threads

Moral of the story: Never count the 25-26 New York Islanders out. Especially when they take it to the extra frame.

@thefrankaccount.bsky.social @traceytaylor.bsky.social @bakerhrolyn.bsky.social @tennysonsarah.bsky.social @capreece.bsky.social @vrthompson-1.bsky.social #TheSussexes are 100% out; NOT 1/2 in AND They're NOT taxpayer funded; unlike the #LeftBehind sponges who vacation more than they work🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💀💀💀⚰⚰⚰

I’d like to help you get more money & more meaning.🙏 #Negotiations #GetMoneyGetPaid #InvestInYourself #StartUp #ScaleUp #Strategy #Communications #SauderStrategy🗺️

I really look forward to watching #RachelMaddow on Mondays for her stories & videos of protests, PLUS examples of people who have ACTUALLY STOPPED Trump's horrible programs. So often it feels like we only hear about Trump's attacks & not when the pushback […] [Original post on mastodon.online]

Bluesky timeline when there’s no footy on! #LFC #YNWA

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Today is National Healthy Weight, Healthy Look Day! Don't focus on the numbers on the scale. Instead, work toward a healthy weight by eating a sensible diet and exercising. www.fittrend.com/how-much-sho... #HealthyWeightHealthyLookDay #Today #NationalDays #Holidays

The Senate Majority votes today on several bills that will strengthen our democracy and make voting easier in New York. I’m proud to have my bill included, giving election commissioners the option to establish short-term polling sites to ensure voting is safer, more efficient, and more accessible.

Tony, I need to know which strain?

Captain Thunderbolt, was an Australian bushranger active during the 1860s. He became known for mail coach and inn robberies across New South Wales, often aided by his partner Mary Ann Bugg #CaptainThunderbolt #AustralianHistory #BushrangerEra #ColonialAustralia #MaryAnnBugg

@madfingergames.bsky.social is looking for a Producer! - tinyurl.com/9fewwnmz Coordinate teams, manage development flow, and help deliver high-quality shooter experiences in an onsite role! #gamedev #indiedev #hiring #jobs #gamecareers #gamesjobs

Today’s Sunset Neighborhood Spotlight: SarangHello on Taraval (2050 Taraval St) 🎶💿 • The Bay Area’s K-pop hub 🕺 • Your one-stop shop for all K-pop Demon Hunters gear 🎬 • Albums, merch & exclusive finds from Korea 🇰🇷 Thanks Kevin + team for the tour and for bringing your energy to the Sunset! 🙏🏽

Heath in Café Wilhelmina, lekker hoor.

The final standings in Premier League have been settled, but an alternative league table from @waronwant.bsky.social brings shame upon all twenty clubs. @neilsammonds.bsky.social explains.

Are you perfecting your pancake flipping skills for Shrove Tuesday? 🥞 These physics facts might just help you stick the landing. 🧪

Normal - #UkrainWillWin and #UkrainianPeopleWillwin 💙💙💛

Running the Show! [Vocal Cover] FULL COVER IN REPLIES Loved this show since day one so I'm showing appreciation for the neurodivergent goat the only way I can. Art by @icebitez.bsky.social #theamazingdigitalcircus #tadc #cover

WARREN: Do you agree that it's a conflict of interest for President Trump to trade stocks? BESSENT: President Trump is not sitting in the Oval Office engaging in a high-frequency trading strategy. Congress should get their house in order first W: You think it's okay for the president to do this?

@livvytrouble.bsky.social Yup.

#iran #kuwait #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/czaymtns

Collier County’s first diverging diamond interchange is now open at I-75 and Pine Ridge Road, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety while construction continues through 2027. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/collier-county-first-diverging-diamond-open-i-75-pine-ridge-road/71452746 

Emergency! S02E03 - Show Biz Clip number 0024 #KMG-365 #emergency

This 🔽 is the reason why you shouldn't use a #cheap Chinese #headset for recording #audio or #filming. (1.99 €) #mojo #mobilereporting #journalism #recording

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After Iran stated that it did not attack Kuwait's airport & that the strike on the terminal was caused by a malfunction of a air defense system's missile, the Kuwaiti authorities showed CCTV footage. The 🎥 showed when the terminal of Kuwait International Airport was hit by an Iranian Shahed-136.

I have to admit, I’m super curious about the vibe in the Indian Fever locker room these days. I could see it being miserable but I also think it’s highly possible we are all blowing this way out of proportion and everything is just fine.