Britain is advancing plans that would pressure platforms...

Editor's note: ...such as YouTube and TikTok to adjust their recommendation algorithms, giving preferential treatment to content from state-approved broadcasters including the BBC, ITV, and Channel 4. Officials argue the move is essential to "combat misinformation and safeguard democracy." "Combat misinformation" yes, but as far as "democracy" is concerned they can have it. That dysfunctional ideology doesn't belong in America. Critics contend it represents a significant escalation in government efforts to shape public information consumption. The proposal would shift algorithms away from purely user-driven recommendations toward "politically determined priorities" labeled as promoting "prominence" for trusted sources. This builds on existing measures such as the Online Safety Act and past actions targeting social media speech. YouTube has warned that such intervention undermines audience choice and creator competition. The development highlights broader European trends of increasing oversight on digital platforms whenever official narratives face challenges. The state is fearful of losing the narrative. And when it comes to smart phones there is some good news:
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Jolla Revives Linux Phone Ambitions with Privacy-Focused 2026 Model

July 15, 2026 | AD News Network

Finnish company Jolla has unveiled the Jolla Phone Sep-II 2026, a Linux-powered successor to its 2013 original, positioning it as an independent alternative to Android and iOS dominance. The device runs Sailfish OS and emphasizes user control, data privacy, and European manufacturing values amid growing concerns over surveillance and platform lock-in.

Announced with significant pre-order interest and highlighted at Mobile World Congress 2026, the phone targets users wary of big tech tracking. It features modern specifications in a limited production run of around 2,000 units initially, priced from roughly 429 to 649 euros. Supporters see it as a direct response to increasing Android restrictions, including tighter controls on app sideloading and developer verification.

Yet questions remain about its potential impact. Linux-based phones such as the PinePhone and Purism Librem 5 have long promised freedom from proprietary ecosystems but continue to face hurdles. App compatibility often relies on imperfect layers for Android software, while hardware performance, battery life, and daily usability lag behind mainstream devices. Mainstream adoption has stayed limited despite incremental software advances like Ubuntu Touch ports.

Industry observers note that while these projects advance open-source mobile options and appeal to privacy advocates, they fall short of challenging Android's vast ecosystem and hardware scale. Jolla's effort adds momentum to niche alternatives, but whether it can deliver a truly competitive daily driver in 2026 remains uncertain. For now, it stands as another step in the slow push for user-sovereign smartphones rather than a revolution that sidelines Android.

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Install GrapheneOS built on Linux before your phone becomes the checkpoint:

The British aristocracy with their frontmen in the UK Parliament (Fabians) are working to shut down all opposition and dissent under any pretext available to them:

The UK Censors have struck again: TCW is closing down