The Digital Dilemma: Making Copyright Work Online
“Copyright Symbols” by MikeBlogs is licensed under CC BY 2.0. The Internet has become firmly ingrained in various aspects of our life due to the rapid progress of…
The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
Introduction In today’s digital era, social media sites are more than just places to pass the time; they’ve developed into intricate ecosystems that shape many…
Tech-lobbying, the catalyst to a rapidly crippling American democracy
Background This essay aims to explore the effects tech-lobbying has had on the elections in the United States of America and ultimately how this influences…
The Impact of Tech Giants on Government Surveillance and Privacy Rights: A Study of Cases like Julian Assange and Edward Snowden
Introduction In a time where technology has taken over, privacy rights are being violated, and governments are increasingly building a wall around us with continuous…
The European Union Passed the Digital Services Act – What is it? And how effective is it in moderating online contents?
The European Commission (EC) adopted the Digital Services Package (DSP) in 2022 (The Digital Services Act Package, n.d), opening a new era of internet governance…
Lifting the Veil on Neo-Racism
An Analysis of Modern Racial Prejudice In the fabric of the modern-day world, the delicate fibers of neo-racism weave an intricate narrative, which often escapes…
Social Activism’s Development in the Digital Age
Social Activism’s Development in the Digital Age The internet and digital platforms provide new opportunities for people and organizations to advocate for change and draw…
Peer-to-Peer Sharing on Sharing Economy Platforms – Airbnb succeeds in changing the accommodation way
“Airbnb Office” by Open Grid Scheduler / Grid Engine is marked with CC0 1.0. Introduction Economic sharing platforms provide peer-to-peer opportunities for individuals to share resources, connecting individuals…
Digital Bias: How Google Searches Reveal and Reinforce Gender Stereotypes”
“oberlin gender stereotypes” by istolethetv is licensed under CC BY 2.0. In this diversified information age, gender stereotypes are still with us. Gender stereotypes can be defined simply…
Internet Regulation as a tool for Censorship in the Political World
“The Problem with Censorship is XXXXXXXXX, Budapest, Hungary” by gruntzooki is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. So, what is “Internet Regulation”? As the internet becomes more complex overtime…