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One Coder Built Social App: 5 Million Users Joined
InnovationApr 7

One Coder Built Social App: 5 Million Users Joined

A tech worker turned his frustration with social media censorship into UpScrolled, a platform promising chronological feeds and no data selling. Working completely alone, he attracted 5 million users in under a year.

Wired2 min read
Supreme Court Case Ends in Historic Free Speech Win
Community HeroesMar 26

Supreme Court Case Ends in Historic Free Speech Win

A federal settlement permanently blocks government agencies from pressuring social media companies to censor protected speech. The case, praised by three Supreme Court justices as one of the most important free speech cases in years, revealed one of the largest government censorship efforts in U.S. history.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Thai Doctor Surrenders License to Fight Medical Censorship
Community HeroesMar 1

Thai Doctor Surrenders License to Fight Medical Censorship

A prominent Thai dermatologist returned her medical license after 20 years to speak freely about public health without regulatory restrictions. Her bold move highlights ongoing debates about how doctors can share accurate medical information with the public.

Bangkok Post2 min read
US Launches Freedom.gov to Break Internet Censorship
InnovationFeb 21

US Launches Freedom.gov to Break Internet Censorship

The State Department just unveiled a free app that gives people in censored countries access to an open internet. Freedom.gov arrives as billions face digital restrictions from China to Iran.

Fox News Politics2 min read
Parasakthi Streams Uncensored After Fan Outcry on Zee5
Global NewsFeb 13

Parasakthi Streams Uncensored After Fan Outcry on Zee5

When viewers noticed 25 censored moments in Parasakthi's streaming release, Zee5 listened and released the complete version within days. The platform's quick response restores director Sudha Kongara's original vision after mandatory theatrical cuts.

Indian Express2 min read
UpScrolled App Surges Past TikTok on App Store Rankings
InnovationJan 27

UpScrolled App Surges Past TikTok on App Store Rankings

A new social media app called UpScrolled crashed its own servers from overwhelming demand as users flock to an alternative that promises fair algorithms and no censorship. The platform jumped to No. 9 on Apple's App Store, ranking above TikTok for the first time.

Google News - Business2 min read