@bedardbrandon928@mastodon.social
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4d ago
Brandon Anthony Bedard
@bedardbrandon928@mastodon.social
mastodon.social
We’re being conditioned to surrender to automated authority. It’s time to break the cycle and demand structural accountability.
Read my latest on reclaiming human agency:
https://open.substack.com/pub/brandonbedard/p/the-desensitization-loop?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=7qos2e
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#NUPA #UBI #UHI #policy #technology #politics #economics #economy #government #psychology #finance #fintech #Al #robots #futureofwork #writing #reading #substack #business #physics #science #markets #money #future #Terminator #Netflix #BlackMirror #RoboCop
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@berlinfediday@berlin.social
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6d ago
Berlin FediDay
@berlinfediday@berlin.social
Fediday 2026 will take place September 11. - 13. aboard c-base, Berlin. FediDay is a networking event for people in the Fediverse. With talks, workshops and networking opportunities, we want to spread knowledge about the Fediverse, promote creative solutions and strengthen the exchange between developers, administrators, academia, civil society and content creators. We are convinced that a federated and free network is the best way to establish a sustainable social media alternative to Big Tec
berlin.social
RE: https://berlin.social/@berlinfediday/116708270599274454
The countdown is on! The call for contributions for #Fediday remains open until Sunday.
We look forward to your talks and workshops, or lightning talks, or whatever else you can think of for a conference like this!
There are so many topics that are important to the #Fediverse:
#Policy & #Democracy
#Development & #Tech
#Art & #Culture
#Governance & #Communities
#Regulation & #Law
#Media & #Content
#Research & #Archiving
#Introduction
https://ctalx.c-base.org/fediday-2026/
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A quick reminder:
You’ve got one more week to submit your talks, workshops or lightnings for #FediDay!
Whether you run an instance, develop new applications in the Fediverse or research alternative social media. Whether ActivityPub or ATProto. Whether #introduction, admin, moderator or hacker.
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We published our AI use policy today — what we actually use it for (writing, coding, security log analysis, Drupal automation), where we draw hard lines, and why we hold the whole thing with deep ambivalence.
Drupal's access model is exactly the right foundation for controlled AI agents. Dries said it in Chicago; we're seeing it in practice.
https://freelock.com/policy/ai-use-policy #ai #policy
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@omarzeyada18@mas.to
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Jun 02, 2026
Omar Zeyada
@omarzeyada18@mas.to
My Signal account ☝️ 👉 https://chuffed.org/project/164090-help-omar-and-his-family 👉https://gaza-verified.org/people/@omarzeyada18@mas.to/ 💚 I have been documented by #GazaVerified 🗣️ Urgent appeal please help me to survive 🇵🇸 I am from #Gaza and proud ⚠️ I am in danger in #Gaza 🙏 Please help me and my family 👫 My family consists of 19 people 😫 🤕 We live under #bombardment and siege 🤝 #Follow me so we can become friends Urgent appeal #please help me to survive 👉 https://chuffed.org/project/164090-help-omar-and-his-family Please help me donate even a small amount of dollar
mas.to
😨😨There's heavy shelling happening near me right now. Please pray for me. Please don't leave me alone. Please stop the genocide. Please, I don't want to die. There's bombing everywhere now. I don't know what to do, but please don't forget me. Please help me. Please extend a helping hand to us. Please don't ignore me. Just listen to me, please. The situation in Gaza is extremely difficult right now. Please don't ignore me. Please help me. I need your help. Please help me. I'm a human being just like you, please understand me, even just once 😭😰😰😨I will not forgive anyone who ignores me.
https://chuffed.org/project/164090-help-omar-and-his-family
#Palestine #Gaza #death #introduction #policy #Humans #ignore
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@hannaB@social.vir.group
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May 12, 2026
Анна
@hannaB@social.vir.group
Київ. Колись робила житло і офіси, тепер в основному дивлюсь в чарт BTC. Крипта, P2P, трохи нерухомості, стек на лотерею окремо. Зайшла в 2017, пережила 2021 і 2022 - без героїзму. Пишу про конкретні сетапи, не про до Місяця. Кіт, кава, біографії підприємців на ніч.
social.vir.group
Most policy failures boil down to ignoring first principles: protecting individual rights and limiting government overreach. Without that foundation, every fix creates the next crisis. Real reform starts with restraint. #policy #individualrights #limitedgovernment
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@analytics@social.vir.group
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May 08, 2026
Kraken
@analytics@social.vir.group
Hello Fediverse! 👋 Lived through martial law. Now I monitor global tensions & anomalies. OSINT, artillery, strategic weapons, WMDs, info warfare. I don't sow panic or propaganda. Inaccuracies? Write me. Peace 🕊️ #OSINT #Monitoring #Security #War #StrategicWeapons #ThreatIntel #OSINT #akert
social.vir.group
🟢 Policy Analysis | 5/10
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US Counterterrorism Strategy 2026
The White House released the 2026 Counterterrorism Strategy outlining the Trump administration's approach to combating terrorist organizations.
#OSINT #NewsGroup #USA #Counterterrorism #Policy
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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May 04, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol,healthcare
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Ohio Republican introduces yet ANOTHER anti-trans bill, this time targeting adult insurance coverage
Rep. Josh Williams has introduced over 100 bills in this General Assembly, including 6 targeting LGBTQ+ Ohioans.
#gay-ohio #josh-williams #lgbt-ohio #lgbtq-ohio #policy-legislation #transgender-ohio
https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/05/01/ohio-republican-bill-targeting-adult-insurance-coverage/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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May 04, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol,abuse
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Minnesota passes ban on fake AI nudes; app makers risk $500K fines
More evidence of Grok CSAM seen as Minnesota passes nudifying app ban.
#ai #csam #elon-musk #fake-nudes #grok #minnesota #nudifying-apps #policy #x #xai
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/05/minnesota-set-to-be-first-state-to-ban-nudification-apps/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Apr 27, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol
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Ohio cities, county review conversion therapy bans after SCOTUS ruling
Columbus, Cincinnati and Cuyahoga County spokespeople say they are ensuring their ordinances are still enforceable.
Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/g9v91
#chiles-v-salazar #conversion-therapy #cuyahoga-county #dwayne-steward #equality-ohio #jon-clark #kelly-woodward #oberlin #pete-shipley #policy-legislation #storm-boyd #us-supreme-court
https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/04/27/ohio-scotus-conversion-therapy/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Apr 27, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol
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Trump fires the entire National Science Board
Federal funding for scientific research was already in turmoil.
#policy #politics #science
https://www.theverge.com/science/918769/trump-fires-the-entire-national-science-board
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Apr 25, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
LGBTQ+ Ohioans testify for the first time and encounter ‘bullying’ from the lawmakers elected to represent them
They stepped up to respectfully participate in the legislative process and ran headfirst into the ‘truly shameful behavior’ of Republi...
Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/517v3
#gay-ohio #lgbt-ohio #lgbtq-ohio #policy-legislation #transgender-ohio
https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/04/24/lgbtq-ohioans-testify-for-the-first-time/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Apr 13, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol
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SCOTUS overturns 5th Circuit ruling that told ISP to kick pirates off Internet
Supreme Court’s precedent-setting Cox ruling helps Grande beat music piracy claims.
Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/t2spq
#grande-communications #piracy #policy #supreme-court
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/04/scotus-overturns-5th-circuit-ruling-that-told-isp-to-kick-pirates-off-internet/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Mar 29, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol
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The sneaky way Trump’s lawyers are supercharging ICE
A court just gave awful news to victims of ICE’s occupation of Minneapolis.
Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/b65k6
#immigration #policy #politics #supreme-court #us-federal-courts
https://www.vox.com/politics/484131/trump-ice-mandatory-detention-minneapolis-supreme-court
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Mar 28, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
Republicans bus in anti-trans ‘lesbian Democrats’ to support Ohio bill protecting parents who reject their trans children
Wednesday’s hearing featured the claim that gender-affirming care is
Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/bhpm3
#alliance-defending-freedom #gay-ohio #hb-693 #heritage-foundation #lgbt-ohio #lgbtq-ohio #policy-legislation #transgender-ohio
https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2026/03/27/hb-693-second-hearing/
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@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
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Mar 28, 2026
Steven Saus [he/him]
@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
There are people I love.There are people who love me. I fight for what I believe, protect those I could, and stand my ground against the encroaching darkness. I often (but not only) post things I've found around the web that I think are neat. My statements and posts here do not necessarily represent those of any organization or business I am part of, nor should they be taken as if they do. Neurospicy elder polyamorous weirdo. https://justmytoots.com/@StevenSaus@faithcollapsing.com
faithcollapsing.com
uspol
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The elder care solution that everyone with aging parents should know about
As baby boomers age, caregivers are often squeezed caring for parents and children at the same time. They need help.
Archive: ia: https://s.faithcollapsing.com/agquh
#family #health-care #life #policy #relationships #the-highlight
https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/480426/adult-day-care-caregiving-baby-boomers-sandwich-generation
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@india@mastodonapp.uk
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Mar 24, 2026
India Tech 🇮🇳 AI News
@india@mastodonapp.uk
https://eickernews.com ᳇ your daily dose of India @technews & @media by @gerrit eicker®
mastodonapp.uk
The Indian government is considering cutting the content takedown timeline for social media platforms from the current 2-3 hours to just one hour. The proposal comes amid expanded content-blocking powers, with multiple ministries set to issue blocking orders under Section 69A of the IT Act. https://www.medianama.com/2026/03/223-govt-content-takedown-timeline-social-media-1-hr-report/ #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk
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Mar 18, 2026
India Tech 🇮🇳 AI News
@india@mastodonapp.uk
https://eickernews.com ᳇ your daily dose of India @technews & @media by @gerrit eicker®
mastodonapp.uk
Karnataka plans to explore collaboration with Japan on smart city initiatives in Bengaluru. The partnership through Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will focus on water, waste, energy management, mobility and disaster management. Japanese companies will partner with cities to design solutions for urban challenges. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/karnataka-taps-japan-for-bengaluru-smart-city-development/articleshow/129660349.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk
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Mar 10, 2026
India Tech 🇮🇳 AI News
@india@mastodonapp.uk
https://eickernews.com ᳇ your daily dose of India @technews & @media by @gerrit eicker®
mastodonapp.uk
MeitY is seeking industry input on plans to slash the data protection compliance timeline to 12 months from 18 months for significant data fiduciaries: The ministry also clarified that social media and online gaming fall under national jurisdiction. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/meity-awaiting-industry-inputs-on-plans-to-slash-timeline-for-data-protection-compliance-secretary-s-krishnan/articleshow/129338088.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk
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Mar 08, 2026
India Tech 🇮🇳 AI News
@india@mastodonapp.uk
https://eickernews.com ᳇ your daily dose of India @technews & @media by @gerrit eicker®
mastodonapp.uk
Karnataka becomes first Indian state to ban social media for children under 16. The southern state, home to Bengaluru tech hub, aims to prevent adverse effects of increasing mobile usage on children. Australia became the first country to ban social media for children in December. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/karnataka-bans-social-media-for-children-under-16/articleshow/129137579.cms #India #Tech #SocialMedia #Policy
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@india@mastodonapp.uk
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Mar 08, 2026
India Tech 🇮🇳 AI News
@india@mastodonapp.uk
https://eickernews.com ᳇ your daily dose of India @technews & @media by @gerrit eicker®
mastodonapp.uk
Karnataka becomes first Indian state to ban social media for children under 16: The southern state, home to Bengaluru tech hub, aims to protect children from digital addiction and harmful online content. Australia, Britain and Denmark have similar restrictions. https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/karnataka-bans-social-media-for-children-under-16/articleshow/129137579.cms #India #Tech #Policy
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