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A Russian medical student was arrested after briefly browsing images of banned extremist groups online, illustrating the rapid enforcement of Russia's new law criminalizing seeking out 'extremist' content, with potential for widespread surveillance and prosecution.
Russian lawmakers have approved a bill to fine internet users up to 5,000 rubles for searching for content deemed 'extremist' by authorities, sparking criticism and protests, with concerns over censorship and the bill's practical implementation.
Russia has passed a law criminalizing the search for online content deemed 'extremist', targeting users who knowingly seek such material, with potential fines and increased surveillance, amid broader crackdowns on dissent and internet freedom.
Pro-Kremlin figures criticize a proposed Russian law that would impose fines for accessing or searching for content labeled 'extremist,' raising concerns about increased surveillance and suppression of dissent, with opposition from various officials and NGOs warning of broad and vague enforcement.
A graphic video of a man accused of killing his father circulated on YouTube for hours, raising questions about social media companies' ability to prevent horrific postings from spreading. The incident highlights gaps in moderation practices, as major platforms struggle to catch and remove violent and extremist content. Experts emphasize the need for more vigilant regulation of violent content on social media, as the internet has lowered the barrier to entry for people to explore extremist ideologies and find communities that reinforce violent ideas.