The court has failed to provide adequate remedies following the landmark U.S. v. Google decision. In a new blog, @elisephillips.bsky.social advocates for remedies that actually restore choice, competition, and innovation in the online search market. Read here: publicknowledge.org/google-searc...

The weaponization of the FCC is one of the greatest threats to our democracy. Who better to showcase that than… Chairman Brendan Carr? Let’s take a stroll down memory lane through some of Carr’s greatest hits on free speech while he was auditioning for the job of FCC Chair from 2019 to 2024. 1/

If recent remarks are any indication, the Federal Communications Commission is preparing to attempt to regulate state AI laws — something the agency currently lacks the authority to do. The latest from @publicknowledge.bsky.social Senior Vice President @haroldfeld.bsky.social:

If the free speech of Hollywood's biggest media stars is no longer safe, is anyone’s? Senior Vice President @haroldfeld.bsky.social is back, discussing what Colbert's cancellation means for anyone with a platform. Read his recent blog for more: publicknowledge.org/is-colbert-r...

Last night, ABC abruptly pulled @jimmykimmellive.bsky.social off the air, following backlash from conservatives in response to Kimmel’s statements about the reaction to the killing of right-wing activist and media personality Charlie Kirk. Our statement from @mwils.bsky.social:

"Perhaps no technology underpins more the everyday functioning of our increasingly digital world than cloud computing." Read the latest from @nickgarcia.bsky.social and @elisephillips.bsky.social for @techpolicypress.bsky.social on why the cloud should be our next public utility:

Deeply honored to be recognized by @publicknowledge.bsky.social, an organization that advocates for the digital rights and liberties of all of us. Thank you.

Piracy or fair use? When it comes to the ongoing debate on generative AI training, understanding the difference is essential. Read more in the latest from @publicknowledge.bsky.social Senior Policy Advocate Patrick Gallaher: publicknowledge.org/piracy-vs-fa...

Next up in our #IP3Spotlight series: meet @alondra.bsky.social, this year's winner of the Information Policy Award.

🚨 The Department of Justice recently released its final remedies proposal in the Google Ad Tech case, which had previously found that the company was illegally maintaining a monopoly in the ad tech stack.

Passionate about tech policy advocacy? Join us on Sep. 30 for a night to remember – the Annual IP3 Awards! We are celebrating the visionaries who exemplify progress in Intellectual Property, Information Policy, and Internet Protocol. Get your tickets here: publicknowledge.org/IP3Awards

This month, the House Judiciary Committee hosted the hearing “Europe’s Threat to American Speech and Innovation”, focusing on an alleged threat that laws such as U.K.'s Online Safety Act & EU's Digital Services Act pose to U.S. free speech. But the evidence presented tells a different story.

​​Don’t be surprised if your favorite news outlet or talk show starts holding back on Pres. Trump – they have to, or at least they think they do. The Late Show's cancellation carries serious implications for free expression. Read more from @haroldfeld.bsky.social publicknowledge.org/is-colbert-r...

Next up in our #IP3Spotlight Series! Meet @sarahjeong.bsky.social, Deputy Features Editor at @theverge.com, this year's winner of the Intellectual Property Award.

Happening today! @publicknowledge.bsky.social is hosting a panel event on creating a safer, more private, and vibrant online ecosystem for children & teens, from 10a.m. to 4:30p.m. at the Intercontinental Washington D.C. Meet our panelists below! 👇 www.eventbrite.com/e/the-kids-a...

Today, @publicknowledge.bsky.social filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court in Cox v. Sony, arguing that broadband providers should not be liable for continuing to provide service to users, & should not be forced to disconnect their customers based on sole accusations of copyright infringement.

This week, Judge Mehta released his long-awaited remedies decision in the DOJ v. Google search antitrust trial, which previously found that the company violated Section 2 of the Sherman Act. But the decision on remedies left the mechanisms for Google's monopolistic behavior largely intact.

Public Knowledge’s 22nd Annual #IP3Awards is approaching soon — follow along with our #IP3Spotlight series to meet this year's awardees! This year's Internet Protocol Award winner is @josephhall.org, Distinguished Technologist at @internetsociety.bsky.social.

There's broad consensus across the political spectrum that more needs to be done to protect youth online in the #DigitalEra. But many of the proposed legislative solutions fall short of this, while also introducing risks to the privacy and First Amendment rights of adult users.

Yesterday, the D.C. District Court announced its remedies decision in the landmark Department of Justice v. Google search antitrust case — declining to impose robust remedies such as requiring the divestment of Google Chrome or banning the company from paying to be the default search engine.

The kids aren’t alright online, and many proposed solutions are falling short. We need platforms to create safer products for everyone, not only kids, without jeopardizing free speech. Learn more in the new paper from Sara Collins and Morgan Wilsmann here: publicknowledge.org/policy/the-k...

Is it illegal to not buy ads on X? @publicknowledge.bsky.social Policy Director @lisahmacpherson.bsky.social and Policy Counsel @elisephillips.bsky.social weigh in with @arstechnica.com: arstechnica.com/tech-policy/...

Earlier this month, President Trump revoked former President Biden's Executive Order on promoting competition in the American economy. @publicknowledge.bsky.social Policy Counsel @elisephillips.bsky.social breaks down what this could mean for the future of antitrust enforcement in her latest:

Iconic artists Salt-N-Pepa are suing their label for pulling their top songs from streaming and withholding rights to their music. Unfortunately, the music industry has a long history of shady practices that we need Congress to put an end to. Learn more at publicknowledge.org/DarkLaw @mrose.ink

On Monday, Sept. 8, join us for a panel event on online #childsafety! We'll hear from panelists across industry, advocacy, & academia on current child safety proposals & what policy frameworks could create better incentives for tech companies to design with kids in mind.

Back in January, the Sixth Circuit struck down the FCC's #netneutrality rules, leaving the Commission without the tools it needs to ensure consistent, reliable communications for all users. But even as this litigation comes to an end, the fight isn't over yet. The latest from @bergmayer.net:

YouTube has begun its rollout of an age estimation system using machine learning, in order to provide what they call the "best and most age appropriate" experience for its users. @mwils.bsky.social explains how this might have unexpected consequences for many.

@natpurser.bsky.social explains the FCC’s low-income support program, Lifeline, and highlights an upcoming opportunity to reform the Universal Service Fund to deliver more affordable internet services. To learn more, visit publicknowledge.org #internet #inflation #technology #fcc #education

Deadly challenges. Sketchy connections. And a ballooning mental health crisis. While there is broad consensus across the political spectrum that more needs to be done to protect youth online, many proposed solutions are overrestrictive and *fail to address root causes of harm.*

Though it remains unclear whether or not CBS' cancellation of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" was done to appease the Trump administration, the impact may very well be the same either way. The latest from @haroldfeld.bsky.social: publicknowledge.org/is-colbert-r...

The upcoming decision in the FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Meta over its acquisitions of WhatsApp & Instagram is poised to send shockwaves through the Big Tech industry, setting the tone for future litigation. But what exactly is all at stake, and what could come next?

Today, @publicknowledge.bsky.social joined @bentoninstitute.bsky.social, @freepress.bsky.social, & @opentechinstitute.bsky.social in announcing the decision to not seek U.S. Supreme Court review of a lower court decision that struck down federal #netneutrality. Our statement from @bergmayer.net:

Ahead of today's FCC Open Meeting, we joined National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) & X-Lab to urge the FCC to reconsider plans for the upcoming Broadband Progress Report—which the agency then passed days before the Meeting was scheduled. However, the details of the final text remain unclear.

At a time of deepening ideological divides and eroding trust in global institutions, media literacy skills more important than ever — leaving those without them increasingly vulnerable to toxic and untrustworthy information systems. But could #Web3 be a solution?

🎉 Today, the FCC voted to adopt a Second Report and Order that streamlines satellite and earth station licensing procedures — an important step in ensuring the agency's frameworks keep pace with the rapidly evolving space economy.

Big congrats to CDT Advisory Council member Dr. Joseph Lorenzo Hall on being named a 2025 IP3 Award honoree by @publicknowledge.bsky.social! From championing end-to-end encryption to shaping global internet policy, Dr. Hall’s work continues to advance a safer, open web. publicknowledge.org/...

Today, the FCC voted to adopt a Notice of Inquiry to begin an annual assessment to determine if high-speed broadband is being made available to all Americans in a timely and reasonable fashion. But this NOI as drafted threatens critical progress made previously by the agency.

I am thrilled to see that competitive app markets are still a priority in Congress. Many thanks to Reps. Cammack and Trahan for leading the charge in the House on this with the App Store Freedom Act. You can read information on the bill, along with my quote here: trahan.house.gov/news/documen...

Tomorrow at 1 PM EST! Tune in for a panel discussion feat. Senior Policy Counsel @mrose.ink, breaking down the resurgence of notice-and-takedown requirements for online platforms, like the recent #TAKEITDOWNAct & #NOFAKESAct. RSVP to join the livestream ⏬ wikimedia.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Public Knowledge is proud to announce this year’s awardees for the 22nd Annual IP3 Awards! RSVP to join us on September 30 for this prestigious ceremony celebrating these trailblazers in the field of tech policy. Save your spot today! publicknowledge.org/IP3Awards

Yesterday, the FCC released its Order approving the $8 billion Paramount Global & Skydance merger. The Order imposes unprecedented merger conditions—notably an agreement that the new entity will not engage in any diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Our statement from @mwils.bsky.social:

🚨 The FCC just voted to approve a Direct Final Rule that would allow the agency to eliminate existing rules without a transparent notice-and-comment rulemaking process — in a clear violation of the Administrative Procedure Act. Our statement from @alisavalentin.bsky.social:

Today, the FCC voted to carry out Congress’ directive to auction spectrum licenses previously returned to the agency — but rejected a proposal for a Tribal Licensing Window, which would allow Tribal nations to apply separately for licenses covering Tribal lands.

🚨 The FCC just voted to approve a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to seek comment on the agency’s plan to encourage a swift transition from copper to IP-based networks. However, such a rapid transition would threaten universal access to emergency services in times of need—especially for rural America.

"[Trump's AI Action Plan] is action without vision or direction." Our statement on today's announcement from Senior Policy Counsel @nickgarcia.bsky.social: publicknowledge.org/president-tr...

🚨 Tomorrow, the Trump Admin is expected to release an AI Action Plan along with new executive orders on #AI. In his latest article, @nickgarcia.bsky.social takes a look at what Trump’s AI plan has the opportunity to get right—and what America can’t afford to get wrong.

@cnet.com: "Wi-Fi Experts Reveal How Trump’s Budget Bill Could Slow Down Your Wi-Fi" — featuring @publicknowledge.bsky.social Senior Vice President @haroldfeld.bsky.social:

Good write-up of the two big cases that dropped last month, courtesy of my colleague @nickgarcia.bsky.social

Fair use is what enables quote-dunking. It's what lets you make fun of elected officials by quoting their own words back at them. It's what allows gifs to exist in the first place. It's what makes software interoperable. It underpins literally everything online.

One of the fun parts of policy work is that you have a handful of extremely important, esoteric, but load-bearing legal concepts (like fair use) that only ever make it into public consciousness when they're being targeted for destruction, and public opinion about them is entirely outcome-dependent.