Advocates Warn EU Commission Against Law that Would Silence Speech
Over 100 free speech advocates, including former US and European officials, have urged the European Commission to reconsider a key internet regulation.
The advocates warn that the EU's Digital Services Act could censor global speech and undermine international free expression rights, creating "a pan-European censorship infrastructure" with vaguely defined limits.
The EU's Digital Services Act creates "a pan-European censorship infrastructure" with vaguely defined limits that could suppress lawful content across borders.
According to human rights group ADF International, the 113 signatories expressed concern that the regulation could suppress lawful content across borders.
Author's summary: Free speech advocates warn EU against censorship law.