The internet's most powerful archiving tool is in peril
undefined 14, 2026
The Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine is under threat as major outlets like The New York Times and others block it from archiving content, citing concerns over AI scraping and copyright. Journalists and groups are pushing back, stressing its vital role in preserving web history, fact-checking, and accountability. If restrictions grow, access to digital records could shrink, weakening journalism, research, and legal evidence.
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