Tag: censorship
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Nepal’s TikTok Ban Fails to Slow Internet Growth: Shows 20% growth
In a move aimed at restoring social harmony, Nepal recently banned TikTok, only to witness an unexpected outcome – a 20% surge in internet traffic. While the ban intended to curb what the government deemed disruptive content, it inadvertently sparked a digital revolt, with users finding creative ways to bypass restrictions. The VPN Tactic: A…
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China’s Great Firewall Gets Even Greater: Implications for Internet Freedom and Global Businesses
China’s President Xi Jinping’s directive to build a “security barrier” around its internet raises concerns about further restricting online freedom. What does this mean for global businesses and internet users? Learn more in our latest article.
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Understanding the Internet Censorship Situation in Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is one of the world’s most isolated countries, and it’s not just geographically. The country is known for its harsh dictatorship and heavily censored internet. The country is ranked among the worst countries in the world for freedom of speech and press freedom.
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Singapore government proposes new censorship codes for Social media companies
Ever since Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter, a new debate has ignited. The debate has been around the Freedom of Expression. The argument centers around whether it is fair to suppress the voice of one section of Society or should the practical consequences of an absolute Freedom of speech should be considered. Now, Singapore’s Ministry…
