Preston Byrne
Preston Byrne is a prominent lawyer and managing partner at the law firm Byrne & Storm, known for his expertise in technology law and blockchain. He has been vocal about the intersection of technology and legal issues, particularly in relation to freedom of speech and regulatory challenges faced by US tech firms. Recently, he has been in the news for representing 4chan in its refusal to comply with the UK's Online Safety Act and for advocating against what he describes as an 'illegal campaign of harassment' by UK regulators.
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Recent news mentions
Preston Byrne, managing partner of Byrne & Storm, told me he won’t even travel in England because he’s concerned he might be arrested.
England's thought police pose danger to American free speech rights
United States· 2025-11-02
Preston Byrne of law firm Byrne & Storm commented on the lawsuit against Ofcom.
4chan launches legal case against Ofcom in US federal court
United Kingdom· 2025-08-27
Preston Byrne is the managing partner of law firm Byrne & Storm, representing 4chan in its legal matters against the UK's media regulator.
4chan will refuse to pay daily UK fines, its lawyer tells BBCUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-22
