By now, you would have likely heard of the SOPA and PIPA protests that went on all around the world (wide web) on January 18th. If you haven't, check out my last blog post for some background info.

Seems the world has succeeded! In one of the largest global protests which didn't require anyone's attendance anywhere - The Largest Online Protest in History - thousands of websites "blacked out" to raise awareness against SOPA and PIPA. To add to that, millions took the time to petition congress to oppose the bills. More stats here.

Image courtesy of Sopa Strike

Congress has dropped the bill after what's been dubbed an unexpected turn in the bill. The MPAA has been caught the most surprised, being quoted as considering SOPA a "Slam Dunk". Which really makes one question their initial intentions. But that's another blog post/rant.

Well done, Internet!