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.
In brief A Trump-backed stablecoin became more accessible on Binance this week. Customers can now trade USD1 against BNB, Solana,…
from the callous-and-cruel dept ICE continues to be increasingly awful as it chases arrest and deportation quotas it will never…
In brief Disney sent Google a cease and desist letter on Wednesday alleging widespread copyright infringement. The complaint arrives as…
The House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2026, giving the military a record…
In brief A report found most Bitcoin-buying firms sit on unrealized losses. Companies sold 10,750 Bitcoin last month, on a…
Judge James Wynn of the Fourth Circuit was content to have President Biden replace him. But in December 2024, when…
In brief Five people have been arrested in Spain over an April kidnapping and murder in Málaga, in which attackers…
I WANT FREE MINDS AND FREE MARKETS! Help Reason push back with more of the fact-based reporting we do best.…
In brief TRM says U.S. sanctions are driving everyday use of crypto, particularly USDT, in Venezuela. Growing dependence on informal…
from the this-is-why-we-can’t-have-nice-things dept We’ve covered how there’s a real push afoot to implement statewide “right to repair” laws that try to…
From Russell v. Mells, decided yesterday by Florida Court of Appeal (Second District) Chief Judge Matthew Lucas, joined by Judges…
In brief Sei blockchain is partnering with Xiaomi to preinstall a crypto wallet on smartphones sold outside the U.S. and…