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Canadian debate over streaming services moves venues

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CANADA

C-18, a second, related bill that would require internet companies to compensate Canadian journalistic enterprises for use of their content, is currently before a Senate committee…

Political value of social media will rise in Africa

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AFRICA

Relatively low internet penetration rates (an average of 40% across the continent) and stark differences in digital access within and across states mask social media’s increasing…

The Middle East’s young people face lifetime struggles

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MIDDLE EAST

The fallout from conflict and the COVID-19 pandemic also clouds the horizon for many. The survey suggests an increasing divide between young people in the Gulf states, who seem…

Ottawa may lose some battles over digital issues

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CANADA

The Online Streaming Act, passed in April, adds digital streaming services to the CRTC’s responsibilities. Following the announcement of a registration requirement for companies…

New laws advance China's 'cyber sovereignty'

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CHINA

China's efforts to control the flow of information on the internet.

Malaysian domestic terrorism threat will increase

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MALAYSIA

Outlook for Islamic State group-related terrorism in Malaysia.

Fake news will grow in influence in West Africa

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WEST AFRICA

Meta (formerly Facebook) has publicly identified both Russian and French involvement in regional disinformation efforts. However, West Africa's 'influence industry' comprises…

Vietnam elections may seed nascent opposition

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VIETNAM

The legislature will pass eight laws and formalise the new government leadership. National Assembly and local People's Councils elections will follow on May 22.

Europe’s public media will lose influence

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EUROPE

Europe's public service media.

Polish government will seek to close pro-opposition TV

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POLAND

Law and Justice (PiS) has passed legislation through the Sejm, parliament’s lower chamber, which restricts the stakes companies outside the European Economic Area (EEA) may hold…