April 22, 2024 TikTok warns 170 million Americans could lose their free speech rights if U.S. bill is enacted The legislation provides a nine-month deadline with a possible extension, if ByteDance makes progress towards a sale. BY Reuters TikTok on Sunday repeated its free-speech concerns about a bill passed by the House of Representatives that would … Continue reading TikTok warns 170 million Americans could lose their free speech rights if U.S. bill is enacted
Amazon to pay $1.9 million to settle claims of human rights abuses of contract workers The money will be split among 700 laborers. Lawrence Bonk Fri, Feb 23, 2024 jokuephotography via Getty Images Amazon will pay out $1.9 million to more than 700 migrant workers to settle claims of human rights abuses following exploitative … Continue reading Amazon to pay $1.9 million to settle claims of human rights abuses of contract workers
By Alison Taylor February 06, 2024 Corporate values aren’t optional, and they’re more controversial and contested than ever. Legal compliance no longer offers a solid foundation for efforts to run an ethical business. On the other hand, aiming to base your values and commitments on the full range of stakeholder pressures and demands is … Continue reading Why all workplaces should focus on human rights
TikTok ban in Montana blocked by US judge over free speech rights This was just one month away from the start date. Richard Lai Updated Fri, Dec 1, 2023 REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein Montana’s unprecedented state-wide ban of Chinese short-video app, TikTok, was supposed to take effect on January 1, 2024, but as reported by Reuters, … Continue reading TikTok ban in Montana blocked by US judge over free speech rights
YouTube To Pay $2B Annually To Secure Rights To NFL Sunday Ticket by Laurie Sullivan @lauriesullivan, December 22, 2022 YouTube will pay billions annually to secure rights to the NFL Sunday Ticket franchise. The subscription-based Sunday Ticket allows customers access to all Sunday afternoon games for out-of-market teams. Google’s video platform will license the residential rights … Continue reading YouTube To Pay $2B Annually To Secure Rights To NFL Sunday Ticket
Twitter verification has always been a mess. Charging $8 a month won’t fix it. Charging for verification would be a boon for scammers and impersonators. K. Bell @karissabe NurPhoto via Getty Images It’s only been a matter of days since Elon Musk took over Twitter, but he’s already shaking up the platform in major … Continue reading Advertisers continue to flee Twitter as civil rights groups call for a boycott
By Christopher Dancy—The Conversation October 31, 2022 Despite the important and ever-increasing role of artificial intelligence in many parts of modern society, there is very little policy or regulation governing the development and use of AI systems in the U.S. Tech companies have largely been left to regulate themselves in this arena, potentially … Continue reading It’s not enforceable, but the AI Bill of Rights is a step in the right direction
By Connie Lin May 17, 2022 When a high-profile sociopolitical issue erupts on the national stage—whether it’s Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Florida’s Don’t Say Gay bill, or the Black Lives Matter movement—it often cues brand theatrics. And sometimes, that can feel like a tired performance. In today’s social media landscape, companies have fielded criticism … Continue reading Actually, Americans do want to hear what brands have to say about reproductive rights
By Jeff Beer April 06, 2022 Every four years during the UEFA Euros, there is something soccer fans young and old around the world have in common. Sure, they cheer on different national teams and players in one of the biggest sporting events on the planet, but with that comes the shared experience of … Continue reading Fanatics strikes again as Topps lands Euros 2024 and 2028 rights
Workers’ Rights: Everything You Should Know Wednesday 02 February, 2022 Are you aware of your legal rights as an employee? This guide will educate you about the most important labor laws and rules that will safeguard your employment rights. Work occupies a significant portion of most people’s lives. Regardless of whether you enjoy your job … Continue reading Workers’ Rights: Everything You Should Know
