All articles tagged with #government pressure
Apple removed the ICE tracking app ICEBlock from its App Store following pressure from the Trump-era government, sparking debate over free speech and government influence on tech companies. Critics argue this demonstrates government overreach and the suppression of protected speech, raising concerns about the implications for free expression and corporate independence.
Democratic lawmakers are protesting the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, viewing it as a threat to free speech and accusing government agencies like the FCC of political retaliation, leading to calls for investigations and resignations, amidst a broader debate on government overreach and censorship.
The Italian government pressured Alfa Romeo to change the name of its newly unveiled Milano SUV to "Junior" due to a law prohibiting "Italian-sounding" products that are not produced in Italy. The decision comes after criticism from Italy's industry minister, Adolfo Urso, who argued that a car called Milano cannot be produced in Poland. The Milano nameplate, a tribute to the city of Milan, will be replaced with "Junior," a nameplate revival from the mid-1960s, reflecting the small, entry-level crossover's nature. CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato expressed that the choice of the new name is natural and strongly linked to the brand's history.
The Supreme Court expressed skepticism about restricting government officials' communications with social media platforms, hearing oral arguments in a case brought against the US government by the Missouri and Louisiana attorneys general. The case involves allegations that the Biden administration colluded with social networks to suppress certain content, including vaccine side effects and election fraud claims. Justices raised concerns about broad injunctions and debated whether government attempts to influence content moderation constitute coercion or persuasion.