Jomar Silva, of blogging collective Trezentos [1] [pt], speaks out against recent changes [2] [pt] made to a controversial draft bill on cybercrimes [3] in Brazil. The bill, which would require web users to provide identification for online transactions, such as setting up a blog or downloading files, may now see content service providers being ordered to divulge user data. Although the bill aims to discourage hacking, netizens fear [4] it will severely limit Internet freedom.
Brazil: changes made to digital crimes bill
· Written by Marta Cooper
Categories: Latin America, Brazil, Digital Activism, Freedom of Speech, Law, Media & Journalism, Technology