Freedom IndexMedia & Culture
Media & Culture explores how journalism, entertainment, and creative industries influence—and are influenced by—free speech. From press freedom to artistic expression, this category highlights the cultural impact of censorship and the ongoing struggle for open dialogue.
Hello and welcome to another edition of Free Agent! I hope you enjoyed your fair share of 1.5 billion chicken…
In brief Sam Bankman-Fried has requested a new trial, days after firing his lawyer and opting to represent himself. The…
from the the-five-year-olds-see-you-as-the-bad-guy dept Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales from Texas went on Face the Nation on Sunday and said a…
This year, companies paid $8 million or more for each 30-second commercial that aired during the Super Bowl broadcast. In…
The Guardian and The Associated Press have obtained documents that undermine Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s testimony to Congress that his…
In brief Blockchain.com has received FCA registration for UK crypto brokerage, custody, and institutional services. The approval follows 2025 MiCA…
From Hubersberger v. State, decided yesterday by Arizona Court of Appeals (Division 2) Judge Eppich, joined by Judge Vásquez and…
In brief North Korean actors are targeting the crypto industry with phishing attacks using AI deepfakes and fake Zoom meetings,…
Last week I wrote about Jodi Kantor’s latest report that Chief Justice Roberts requires Court staff (but probably not the…
In brief Analysts are divided on Bitcoin’s near-term outlook, with one forecasting a “violent” short squeeze, while another predicts a…
Johnson readies new ban on tariff votes. The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a renewal of its…
In brief In a new report, CertiK said that prediction market volume jumped from $15.8B in 2024 to about $63.5B…