Censorship

Steam’s recent removal of adult games highlights the growing influence of payment processors on content availability. An advocacy group pressured these processors, citing concerns about exploitation, leading Steam to restrict content to avoid revenue loss, mirroring Pornhub’s experience. This action sparked debate about censorship and the power of payment processors, impacting content creators and potentially broader digital freedoms. Gamers have launched a counter-petition, while some reports face censorship, underscoring the controversy’s magnitude. Even Elon Musk has weighed in, hinting at a new payment solution.

Rumble, the video platform, supports President Trump and Secretary Rubio’s efforts to restrict visas for those censoring Americans, aligning with its commitment to free speech. This follows Rumble’s lawsuit against a Brazilian Supreme Court Justice, alleging censorship of a US user’s account violating First Amendment rights. The company views the US stance as crucial in defending digital sovereignty and free expression against global overreach.