Videos tagged with Meta

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued civil investigative demands to Google, YouTube, and Meta (Facebook, Instagram) for alleged discrimination against firearms-related content. The investigation aims to determine if these platforms have engaged in unlawful business practices by suppressing lawful speech and commerce concerning firearms and ammunition, impacting creators and businesses in the Second Amendment space.

This video discusses Mark Zuckerberg's statements on Facebook and Instagram promoting more free speech, including dialing back policies, replacing fact-checkers with Community Notes, and focusing on less censorship. The speaker, from 704 Tactical, believes this shift is significant, especially given Zuckerberg's past stance, and encourages the gun community to leverage this by actively pushing for more gun content on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. The goal is to influence platform policies to allow more legal gun-related content, citing current restrictions on full-auto discussions and firearm sales promotion on YouTube as examples of areas needing improvement.

This video discusses the indefinite suspension of Smith & Wesson's Facebook account due to violations of the platform's firearms guidelines. It highlights the challenges firearm-related businesses and content creators face on social media, where policies are often inconsistently applied and can lead to deplatforming. The speaker notes that Smith & Wesson's account was eventually restored after public backlash and Elon Musk's intervention, suggesting a pattern of censorship against Second Amendment advocates.

This video discusses the deplatforming of Smith & Wesson from Facebook, highlighting concerns about free speech and the Second Amendment in the digital age. It notes Elon Musk's stance on free speech and contrasts it with Meta's actions, suggesting a broader trend of censorship against firearms-related entities. The content emphasizes the ongoing challenges faced by gun owners and manufacturers in maintaining online presence.

This entry synthesizes Colion Noir's expert commentary on Facebook's suspension of Smith & Wesson's account. It highlights the importance of the Second Amendment, the role of social media as a modern public square, and the need for gun owners to strategically support platforms that uphold free speech and constitutional rights. The content also touches upon specific firearm-related products like the LifePod XR and AKT1 Blackout hearing protection.

This video features Mike Benz, Executive Director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, discussing the operational changes at Twitter (now X) following Elon Musk's acquisition and significant workforce reduction. Benz analyzes how the platform continues to function, suggesting that the removed personnel were primarily involved in censorship infrastructure rather than core operational needs. He also touches upon the impact of these changes on the broader censorship industry.

This video discusses the lawsuit filed by the families of the Uvalde victims against Activision, Daniel Defense, and Meta. The description provides links to support the channel, purchase merchandise, and access affiliate deals for various products, including firearms-related items like coffee, tactical gear, and bulletproof vests. It also lists alternative platforms where the content creator is active and provides contact information.

This video discusses a new wrongful death lawsuit filed by Uvalde victims' families against Daniel Defense, Activision (Call of Duty), and Meta (Facebook/Instagram). The lawsuit alleges these companies contributed to the tragedy through marketing and online targeting. The speaker highlights the legal protections these companies have, such as PLCAA for manufacturers and Section 230 for online platforms, and draws parallels to previous lawsuits against gun manufacturers.

This video discusses Sig Sauer's Instagram account, 'Shoot Sig,' being disabled by Meta. The speaker highlights the increasing trend of firearms-related content being removed or restricted on social media platforms, even when it adheres to community guidelines. The incident suggests a broader pattern of censorship affecting firearm communities online.

A significant legal victory has been achieved as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a district court ruling, upholding Texas's HB 20. This law prohibits large social media platforms (over 50 million users) from censoring users based on their political beliefs or expression. The ruling establishes a circuit split, increasing the likelihood of Supreme Court review, and is seen as a major win for free speech and the Second Amendment community.

This video discusses the creator's decision to leave Instagram, citing privacy concerns and strong disagreement with Meta's policies, particularly regarding censorship and their 'Platform' status. The creator expresses a definitive stance against these practices. The video also briefly mentions specific loadout items, including a Prometheus Design Werx watch cap, a Beyond Clothing t-shirt, and a Wild Things high loft jacket.