Iran Protests, Internet Shutdown, and Media Coverage

Iranian protesters have been labeled “terrorists” by the state amid an internet blackout and rising violence, with the death toll yet to be clarified. Concurrently, tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated, marking a significant political upheaval in Iran. In the U.S., a recent shooting of a woman by immigration officers has led to widespread misinformation and defense tactics reminiscent of the Trump era. Additionally, Cory Doctorow critiques the unchecked hype surrounding artificial intelligence and its implications for society.