Canada Allocates $146.6M for New Censorship Commission
Canada allocates $146.6 million for a Digital Safety Commission to enforce the Online Harms Act, hiring 330 staff to regulate online platforms and combat hate speech. Critics fear infringement on freedoms and favoritism towards Big Tech.
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Canada has allocated $146.6 million to establish a new Digital Safety Commission, Ombudsperson, and Office to enforce the Online Harms Act. This move involves hiring 330 full-time staff members to regulate and censor online platforms, focusing on combating what authorities deem as "hate speech." The proposed legislation includes severe penalties for offenders, including house arrest, internet access restrictions, and potential life imprisonment for hate crimes. Critics argue that the bill may infringe on citizens' freedoms and rights while failing to effectively address online harassment. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the prioritization of funding for this initiative over other critical sectors like combating real-life crimes. The bill's opponents fear that it could lead to a bureaucratic system favoring Big Tech companies and limiting transparency in regulatory processes.
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