Without access to the strands of information that bring people together a local community can feel increasingly disconnected. Read the full article.
New research has revealed the vast majority of local newspaper editors are worried their titles now no longer have the resources to hold power to account on their patches. A study carried out by Index on Censorship magazine, in conjunction with the Society of Editors, has found the overwhelming majority of news chiefs are concerned about their ability to ensure local politicians are held accountable for their actions. Read the full article.
Today, Silicon Valley is facing the backlash. Amid widespread concerns over fake news, influence campaigns, cybersecurity and the sharing of violent and extremist content, more and more countries are pushing to rein in big tech. Read the full article
The UK is set to unveil new measures against the spread of harmful and violent content on the internet. The Online Harms white paper, set to be released on Monday morning by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, introduces a new independent regulator for social media companies, file hosting sites, and other companies which host content. Read the full article