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Tech firms ask govt to frame online harm rules within legal scope
Asia Internet Coalition notes that "obligation to issue fake news corrections is beyond the scope of powers granted in Peca".
Twitter disables Trump video tribute to Floyd over copyright complaint
“We respond to valid copyright complaints sent to us by a copyright owner or their authorised representatives,” says a Twitter representative.
Pakistan to be part of global antiviral research initiative
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Facebook labels state-controlled media posts
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189pc increase in cyber harassment complaints during lockdown: Digital Rights Foundation
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Govt begins consultation on online harm rules
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Facebook’s Trump policy disappoints rights leaders
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