Streisand effect
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Attempts to suppress information often lead to greater publicity
In context
This law belongs with Murphy's Laws, where small assumptions, timing, and system complexity tend to turn into memorable failures.
Editorial note
Attempts to hide public information can draw more attention to it through reporting and resharing.
Practical example: Before threatening publication over criticism, an organization weighs whether the response will amplify the original material.
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