President Zelensky of Ukraine signs legislation expanding government regulatory power over news media, causing concern among journalists and international organizations over potential erosion of press freedom.
Russia’s Ministry of Communications, in conjunction with the Russian government’s National Broadcasting Company and all other state-owned media outlets, this week gave themselves the power to block websites they deem offensive in new ways.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams responded to the criticism of increased digital surveillance in the city saying that it was a positive use of technology.