In recent weeks, a disturbing trend has emerged as Meta’s copyright enforcement tools have been increasingly deployed against Albanian protesters. Amid a backdrop of political unrest and calls for governmental reform, individuals and organizations advocating for change have found themselves facing unexpected repercussions-not from law enforcement, but from social media’s colossal gatekeeper. As demonstrators share footage, images, and messages of dissent across platforms like Facebook and Instagram, their content is being flagged, removed, and subjected to copyright claims that stifle free expression. This unsettling intersection of technology, law, and activism raises critical questions about the role of social media in modern protest movements and the potential for corporate policies to silence dissent. In this article, we explore how Meta’s copyright system is being weaponized in Albania, the implications for free speech, and what this means for voices seeking change in an
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Author : Olivia Williams
Publish date : 2026-09-19 11:18:00
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