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Key takeaways: Advertisers boycott Facebook for allegedly facilitating hate speech following Mark Zuckerberg’s refusal to moderate Donald Trump's post. Facebook is under increasing pressure to revise its content moderation policies. Centralized social networks are vulnerable to external pressure when it comes to moderation. This can potentially lead to infringement of freedom of speech, with Facebook being a case in point. Since June, the world's largest social network Facebook has been under constant barrage of criticism from advertisers, with a slew of major advertisers announcing they will boycott the company. The reason behind such hostile attitudes toward Facebook lies in the media platform’s unsatisfactory content moderation policies. This conflict apparently testifies to the vulnerability of centralized social networks to political pressure. Forklog took a deeper dive into the situation to investigate how the fight for equality can potentially violate one of the main liberal values—freedom of speech. Trump derangement syndrome: boycott and loathing “Let’s send Facebook a powerful message: Your profits will never be worth promoting hate, bigotry, racism, antisemitism and violence.” With this announcement, an array of social justice organizations, including the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Color of Change, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Free Press, Common Sense and Sleeping Giants, launched the Stop Hate for Profit campaign. They argue that Facebook has long been facilitating the spread of disinformation and hate speech. To combat Facebook’s reluctance to censor, activists behind the initiative called on large companies to suspend advertising on the social network as advertising revenue supposedly accounts for the greatest share of Facebook's revenue. “We have been continually disappointed and stunned by Mark Zuckerberg’s commitment to protecting white supremacy, voter suppression and outright lies on Facebook. As corporations take a stand against racism in our society, they should consider how their advertising dollars support Facebook making Black people less safe online,” said Rashad Robinson, president of Color Of Change. Dozens of the world’s leading companies have supported the Stop Hate for Profit initiative, with Pepsi, Starbucks, Levi Strauss, Unilever being among them. Even Disney, Facebook's largest advertiser in the first half of 2020, joined the boycott. However, the social media giant doesn’t seem to change its content moderation policies following the protest. “We make policy changes based on principles, not revenue pressures,” a Facebook spokesperson stressed in a conversation with Business Insider. The boycott campaign was triggered by the protests against police violence, which erupted in the United States and some other countries after a white police officer killed George Floyd, an unarmed 46-year-old black man. The riots began at the end of May. In response to the civil unrest in Minneapolis, U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned a possibility of using the Military against the protesters. https://www.facebook.com/DonaldTrump/posts/10164767134275725 Many saw this as a call to violence. Social media platform Twitter flagged a similar post by Trump as “abusive behavior,” explaining that it violated its rules regarding the “glorification of violence." Yet the platform decided not to remove it, since it "may be in the public’s interest to remain accessible." https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1266231100172615680 Facebook not only remained ignorant to the post, but also Mark Zuckerberg said that the President’s statement did not violate the rules of the social network. https://www.facebook.com/zuck/posts/10111961824369871 “We read it as a warning about state action,” said Zuckerberg. “We think people need to know if the government is planning to deploy force.” Zuckerberg also stressed that reinforcing and facilitating freedom of speech is in the interests of Facebook: “I disagree strongly with how the President spoke about this, but I believe people should be able to see this for themselves, because ultimately accountability for those in positions of power can only happen when their speech is scrutinized out in the open.” Zuckerberg’s stance caused a wave of criticism of Facebook’s management followed by a rising chorus of indignation from the company’s employees, who eventually staged a "virtual walkout". At a meeting with disgruntled employees, Zuckerberg asserted that he considered many of Trump's posts offensive, but would not subject them to moderation. Later, Zuckerberg met with the team behind Stop Hate for Profit, who put forward a number of demands in regard to changes in Facebook’s policy, including the introduction of civil rights expertise in the company’s C-Suite. However, the activists were left disappointed as Facebook failed to make any firm commitments to the demands. Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, said: “The meeting that we just left was a disappointment. At this point, we were expecting a very clear answer to the demands we are making, and we did not get that.” In the wake of the events, a group of independent auditors conducted an audit of Facebook's civil rights policies and issued a dedicated report. Civil Rights Audit by ForkLog on Scribd https://www.scribd.com/document/468614319/Civil-Rights-Audit-Final-Report The auditors concluded that although Facebook had improved content moderation over time, those improvements were still insufficient to protect users from discriminatory and hateful posts. “The prioritization of free expression over all other values, such as equality and non-discrimination, is deeply troubling to the Auditors,” the report said. From social justice to censorship and intolerance Some fear that the ongoing struggle for racial, gender and social equality will lead not only to intolerance and censorship, but to the erosion of free speech as well. In July, more than 150 writers, academics, journalists and public figures signed an open letter defending the diversity of thought and calling for open debate. Among the signatories were linguist and philosopher Noam Chomsky, writers J.K. Rowling, Margaret Atwood and Salman Rushdie, chess player Garry Kasparov and many others. The authors of the letter claimed to be staunch opponents of discrimination, however, expressed concerns that "a new set of moral attitudes and political commitments that tend to weaken our norms of open debate and toleration of differences in favor of ideological conformity." They warned that “the free exchange of information and ideas, the lifeblood of a liberal society, is daily becoming more constricted. While we have come to expect this on the radical right, censoriousness is also spreading more widely in our culture.” In their opinion, “the way to defeat bad ideas is by exposure, argument, and persuasion, not by trying to silence or wish them away.” “We refuse any false choice between justice and freedom, which cannot exist without each other,” the letter reads. The corporate boycott of Facebook is an example of censorship and can be recognized as an attempt of a mob to destroy free speech, according to venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale. Although Lonsdale claimed his support for the protests in their fight for justice, he noted that the advertisers’ boycott happened because “they think the company isn’t censoring its users enough.” “Their statements imply that Americans are not to be trusted with intellectual freedom. This abandons the principle that a marketplace of ideas gradually tends toward truth and progress,” Joe Lonsdale said. The problem of centralized social networks Some experts suspect that Zuckerberg’s reluctance to moderate the president’s scandalous posts may be caused not by his commitment to freedom of speech, but by some direct agreements with Trump himself. One of Facebook's early investors, Roger McNamey, told The New York Times that the deal between Trump and Zuckerberg most likely considers protecting the company from regulators. In return, the Trump administration allegedly gets “lenient treatment” from the social media platform “to win the election.” “Mark’s deal with Trump is highly utilitarian,” McNamey said. “It’s basically about getting free rein and protection from regulation. Trump needs Facebook’s thumb on the scale to win this election.” In June, Facebook did remove some of the ads posted by the Trump administration. Those ads contained an image of red downward-pointing triangles, which, according to some commentators, resembled a symbol associated with the Nazis. Notably, Trump issued an executive order “on preventing online censorship.” The order argues that “if an online platform restricted access to some content posted by others, it would thereby become a “publisher” of all the content posted on its site for purposes of torts such as defamation.” Thus, such “publishers” can not enjoy the protections granted by the section 230(c) of the Communications Decency Act. “When large, powerful social media companies censor opinions with which they disagree, they exercise a dangerous power. They cease functioning as passive bulletin boards, and ought to be viewed and treated as content creators,” the executive order claims. However, when it comes to freedom of speech, it may not even be that important who eventually influences the content—authorities or an intolerant society. The core idea lies in the ability of centralized social networks to decide which content is acceptable and which is not. For instance, after a recent Twitter hack, the platform temporarily prohibited publishing any information about cryptocurrency wallets, supposedly aiming to deter hackers. Censorship of cryptocurrency-related content on social media platforms often happens without a clear reason. In December 2019, online video sharing platform YouTube blocked hundreds of crypto-related videos due to a “moderation error.” In February 2020, several video bloggers were blocked by the platform after publishing videos about Bitcoin, with some of them receiving bans during live streams. Decentralized social networks could become a response to censorship, as well as to other known issues of centralized platforms such as user privacy violations. The blockchain industry has been developing alternative services to centralized social media platforms, with Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced his intention to create a decentralized standard for social media. In March 2020, the community launched the #ForkGoogle campaign against Google’s non-transparent policies and #fExit geared toward diversifying people’s experience in the sphere of social networks. The main goals of the #fExit initiative are to reclaim the control over users’ personal information, transfer community management into the hands of their members, reward users’ intellectual work through algorithms, and work towards a fair distribution of monetization through ad revenue. In July, blockchain company Block.one launched the Voice social network platform based on the EOSIO protocol. The Voice’s main features so far include mandatory verification and content monetization, with users able to gain tokens. The development of decentralized social media platforms is still in its early stages. Nevertheless, in light of increasing pressure on free speech, the need for open and censorship-free discussion platforms is becoming more evident. 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The average American graduate is carrying $37,000 in student loans, and a 15% annual return on Solana is not going to erase that number in any timeline that matters. Morgan Stanley’s MSBT Bitcoin ETF listing is “imminent” while the broader market holds its breath through the biggest crash of 2026. Pepeto has raised more than [...] The post Crypto News Today: Pepeto’s 100x Rally Leads as Morgan Stanley MSBT Nears Launch While Solana and XRP Face Resistance appeared first on Blockonomi.
Stock Market Slides for Fifth Week Running as Oil Tops $103 on March 27
US stocks tumbled for a fifth week on March 27 as oil prices surged past $103. Trump's Iran deadline extension to April 6 failed to calm rattled investors. The post Stock Market Slides for Fifth Week Running as Oil Tops $103 on March 27 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Legence Corp. (LGN) Stock Soars 5.7% on Record $3.7B Backlog and 34% Revenue Surge
Legence Corp. (LGN) stock climbs 5.7% after Q4 revenue increases 34%, backlog reaches record $3.7B, and company lifts 2026 guidance to $3.9B. The post Legence Corp. (LGN) Stock Soars 5.7% on Record $3.7B Backlog and 34% Revenue Surge appeared first on Blockonomi.
Will Zcash recap $300 as ZK-backed privacy narrative gains threshold?
Zcash’s ZEC is consolidating near $235–$240 after a sharp February selloff, with a $25m ZODL raise, Foundry’s new mining pool and rising shielded use turning it into a 2026 privacy‑trade leader. Zcash’s (ZEC) native token ZEC, one of the longest‑running…
XRP Derivatives Surge on Binance as Long Liquidations Mount: What’s Next for Ripple?
When OI climbs while the CVD falls, it typically means new short positions are driving activity rather than fresh bullish bets.
No Bitcoin Sell-Off At GameStop, 4,710 BTC Still On Books
Two months of speculation ended Tuesday when GameStop confirmed it never sold its Bitcoin. The company pledged 4,709 of its coins to Coinbase Credit as collateral for a covered-call options strategy, according to its annual report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Related Reading: Bitcoin Now Less Volatile Than Tesla, Nvidia — Schwab Data […]
Microsoft secures 900 MW AI capacity at Crusoe Texas campus with mid 2027 target
Crusoe plans a new 900 MW Abilene AI campus for Microsoft, lifting total projected Texas site capacity to 2.1 GW. The post Microsoft secures 900 MW AI capacity at Crusoe Texas campus with mid 2027 target appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Avalanche’s AVAX clings to $9 support as ‘digital commodity’ label meets weak tape
Avalanche’s AVAX is grinding sideways around $9, testing key support as a bullish “digital commodity” ruling, Animoca partnership and cheaper subnets collide with thin liquidity and stubborn overhead supply. Avalanche’s (AVAX) native token AVAX, the core asset of the Avalanche…
Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100 The current Bitcoin Fear and Greed index suggests high investor anxiety with potential buying opportunities. This post Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Top 3 Magnificent 7 Stocks for 2025: Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) Stand Out
Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) lead the Magnificent 7 stocks for 2025 with superior AI exposure, growth, and attractive valuations. The post Top 3 Magnificent 7 Stocks for 2025: Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) Stand Out appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP Upgrade in Focus: $1 Billon Treasury Firm Highlights New Potential
Potential XRP Ledger upgrade changes the game by unlocking utility with dormant XRP being put to work.
SpaceX IPO: Elon Musk Proposes Unprecedented 30% Retail Investor Allocation
SpaceX may allocate 30% of its $1.75T IPO to retail investors, far exceeding typical offerings. Major banks will distribute shares to individuals. The post SpaceX IPO: Elon Musk Proposes Unprecedented 30% Retail Investor Allocation appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bittensor’s TAO cools after parabolic AI-sector rally, technical risk builds
Bittensor’s TAO is consolidating near $328 after a triple‑digit AI‑sector rally, with rich valuations, hot RSIs and a new golden‑cross fractal all flagging room for a 40% corrective dump toward $200 if profit‑taking accelerates. Bittensor’s (TAO) native token TAO, a…
Vietnam Authorities Launch Probe Into Multi-Billion Dollar Crypto Fraud
Vietnamese authorities dismantled a massive cryptocurrency fraud scheme following coordinated raids across multiple provinces, resulting in more than 140 interrogations and the seizure of extensive electronic evidence. Rapid Response and Formal Charges Authorities in Vietnam have launched a sweeping investigation into one of the country’s largest cryptocurrency fraud cases to date, detaining several high-profile figures […]
Crypto Movers You Can’t Miss: POL and TAO Gain, BlockDAG Unlocks Early Access for Just $0.0005
The crypto market has been full of sudden climbs, sharp drops, and surprises this quarter. Amid this chaos, Polygon (POL) is showing signs of steady growth, with a Polygon price prediction for 2026 pointing toward $0.28 as adoption rises across NFTs, fast transactions, and scalable blockchain solutions. Likewise, the Bittensor TAO price surge is making [...] The post Crypto Movers You Can’t Miss: POL and TAO Gain, BlockDAG Unlocks Early Access for Just $0.0005 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitget’s Gracy Chen says $1t US stock wipeout is speeding up macro reset
Bitget CEO Gracy Chen says a $1t single‑day US stock wipeout is accelerating a global macro risk reset, while lower leverage helps Bitcoin act more like a neutral portfolio allocation than a pure risk punt. In the wake of a…
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Board Overhaul Fails to Lift Stock as Fuel Prices Surge
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) appoints five new directors in Elliott deal, but stock falls over 20% in a month due to surging fuel costs amid Iran conflict. The post Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) Board Overhaul Fails to Lift Stock as Fuel Prices Surge appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nasdaq Enters Correction Zone Amid Iran Conflict and Tech Stock Selloff
The Nasdaq officially enters correction, down 11% from October highs. Iran conflict, surging gas prices, and Meta's court losses weigh on tech stocks. The post Nasdaq Enters Correction Zone Amid Iran Conflict and Tech Stock Selloff appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP as 'Northstar': Ripple CEO Predicts Record Q1 After $2 Billion in Acquisitions
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse reveals how $2 billion in strategic acquisitions are positioning XRP as the "northstar" of global finance.
Next Crypto to Explode: DeepSnitch AI Surges on Live AI Utility With 100x Post-Launch Potential While Pi Network Turns Cautious and Monad Faces Selling Pressure
DeepSnitch AI ($DSNT) is earmarked as the next crypto to explode by investors seeking projects with real utility and massive upside. Constantly delivering results, many believe it’s 2026’s best bet. Now in its eighth stage, the presale is priced at $0.04668. Having raised $2.6 million, it’s seeing an influx of investors who believe it’s poised to be [...] The post Next Crypto to Explode: DeepSnitch AI Surges on Live AI Utility With 100x Post-Launch Potential While Pi Network Turns Cautious and Monad Faces Selling Pressure appeared first on Blockonomi.
Is Bitcoin Following 'Textbook' Pattern? Peter Brandt Says Yes
Peter Brandt says Bitcoin is not defying charts; it is obeying classical trading rules.
Bitcoin Price Rebound: Trump’s Iran Strike Pause Extension Halts BTC Downtrend Amid Global Tensions
Bitcoin Finds footing After Geopolitical Jolt Bitcoin (BTC) has shown resilience today, trimming its earlier losses and climbing back toward $69,000. This recovery comes hot on the heels of U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement to extend a pause on potential […] The post Bitcoin Price Rebound: Trump’s Iran Strike Pause Extension Halts BTC Downtrend Amid Global Tensions appeared first on Blockmanity.
Citi Maintains S&P 500 Price Target at 7,700 Amid Rising Market Headwinds
Citi maintains its S&P 500 year-end target of 7,700 despite Iran conflict, tariff risks, and AI concerns, banking on stronger earnings growth ahead. The post Citi Maintains S&P 500 Price Target at 7,700 Amid Rising Market Headwinds appeared first on Blockonomi.
Target (TGT) Stock Under Pressure as Teachers Union Launches Back-to-School Boycott
Target (TGT) stock confronts a new boycott from the 1.8M-member AFT union over the retailer's response to ICE operations in its Minneapolis headquarters. The post Target (TGT) Stock Under Pressure as Teachers Union Launches Back-to-School Boycott appeared first on Blockonomi.
Target (TGT) Stock Hit by Teachers Union Boycott Over ICE Incident Response
Target (TGT) faces boycott from 1.8M-member teachers union over its response to ICE enforcement in Minneapolis, adding pressure to its turnaround efforts. The post Target (TGT) Stock Hit by Teachers Union Boycott Over ICE Incident Response appeared first on Blockonomi.
Intercontinental Exchange Commits $600M to Polymarket Despite Regulatory Headwinds
ICE invests $600M in Polymarket, advancing blockchain prediction markets despite regulatory pressure from multiple US states. Full details inside. The post Intercontinental Exchange Commits $600M to Polymarket Despite Regulatory Headwinds appeared first on Blockonomi.
Incentive design could change retail investors' fortunes
Crypto cycles trap retail in speculation. Savings layers with capital preservation and prize incentives rewrite participation for consistent gains.
Ether traders see ‘further decline’ as ETH price slips below $2K
Ether traders said ETH price could see further downside after bulls failed to defend the $2,000 support as signs of declining demand were apparent.
XRP Defies Bitcoin's Gravity: Rare Strength Tested as -63% Drawdown Scenario Prevails
As Bitcoin slides below $67,000, XRP flashes a rare 2.48% gain in its BTC pair. With the March 27 SEC ETF deadline here, can XRP hold its ground, or will the -63% historical drawdown scenario finally be triggered?
Monthly Trading Volumes on Prediction Platforms Surpass $20 Billion
Since the beginning of the year, monthly turnover on prediction markets has surged to a record $20 billion, with the number of unique wallets tripling to 840,000. These figures were shared by analysts at TRM Labs. Source: TRM Labs. From Cryptocurrencies to Geopolitics The bulk of trading activity is driven by geopolitical events, macroeconomic indicators, and the political agenda in the United States. These have displaced cryptocurrency-focused bets, which previously dominated prediction platforms. This shift occurred amid a downturn in the digital asset sector. On Polymarket, volumes have shifted towards tariffs (116 active markets), ceasefire scenarios in Ukraine, and tensions between China and Taiwan. A contract on a US strike on Iran attracted $73 million—a record for the platform's geopolitical markets. On February 28, Polymarket set a daily record of $425 million, surpassing the peak of the 2024 US presidential election. The record was driven by the resolution of Iranian markets. The volume of bets on the Khamenei departure contract soared from $23,000 to $29.6 million in a day—a 1,275-fold increase, the largest daily jump in history. Market Structure Analysts identified four defining features of Polymarket's structure: Geopolitics dominates, but not in a single theme. Volume is fragmented among overlapping issues: leadership outcomes (Khamenei, Xi, Netanyahu), conflict scenarios (Iran, Ukraine, Venezuela), and political events (US shutdowns). US politics remains the second most significant pillar. Contracts tied to domestic political events. The market does not separate "serious" and "non-serious" events. Alongside wars, elections, and macroeconomic issues, bets in the entertainment and culture category are also in demand. Platforms do not separate contracts by instrumental classification, creating a "super app" experience where users trade various instruments on a single platform. At all levels, markets related to international relations and macroeconomics occupy the top positions. Cryptocurrencies hold a small share. Profitability and Strategies The 10 most successful wallets on Polymarket at the beginning of 2026 demonstrated three behavioral models: macro conviction — several addresses focused on decisions by the Fed, earning $3.26 million; algorithmic market-making — a user earned $3.35 million on over a million small trades on markets related to the Oscar premium; event opportunism — a trader created a wallet, played on Ethereum price fluctuations, earned $709,000, and exited. The top address earned $6.2 million across various markets, including Fed meetings, the World Cup, and the 2028 US presidential election. Six out of ten wallets traded every day for 80 days from January 1 to March 22. Source: TRM Labs. New Investments On March 27, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) announced an investment in Polymarket. The amount was $600 million—part of previously agreed funding, under which the company will invest $2 billion in the platform. ICE also announced the possibility of purchasing Polymarket securities from existing holders for up to $40 million—this will allow increasing the stake as the current fundraising stage progresses. Terms are undisclosed, with a promise to reveal them later. Kalshi raised over $1 billion in a new funding round, increasing its valuation to $22 billion. The deal was led by Coatue Management.
BlackRock Dumps Bitcoin and Ethereum Worth $180 Million on Coinbase
BlackRock has transferred Bitcoin and Ethereum tokens worth a combined total of $180 million to Coinbase as its ETFs continue to see steady withdrawals.
Shibarium Transactions Hit Multiweek High, Up 1,451% in Four Days
Shibarium block indexing is 82% complete as daily transactions top 10,900.
European Central Bank: DeFi Platforms Risk Failing MiCA Decentralization Requirements
ECB analysis suggests major DeFi protocols including Aave, MakerDAO, and Uniswap may not satisfy MiCA decentralization criteria due to governance issues. The post European Central Bank: DeFi Platforms Risk Failing MiCA Decentralization Requirements appeared first on Blockonomi.
The Future of Technical Hiring Starts with Swiftcruit
Hiring great engineers has never been harder. Companies invest enormous time screening resumes, conducting technical interviews, and reviewing coding tests yet hiring outcomes remain unpredictable. Traditional coding assessments often fail to reflect how engineers actually work in modern environments where […] The post The Future of Technical Hiring Starts with Swiftcruit appeared first on Blockmanity.
Oil and gold rally as Iran locks down key oil route to US and Israeli allies
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz exacerbates global energy instability, prompting economic strain and geopolitical tensions worldwide. The post Oil and gold rally as Iran locks down key oil route to US and Israeli allies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Peter Schiff Declares Bitcoin 'Anti-Record' Following 52 Months of Price Suppression
Peter Schiff states that four years and four months after the 2021 peak, Bitcoin has still failed to show real growth despite large-scale adoption.
ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket
Bitcoin Magazine ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket Intercontinental Exchange has completed a $600 million direct cash investment in prediction market platform Polymarket. This post ICE Announces $600 Million Strategic Investment in Polymarket first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.