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Telco internet shutdowns seen suppressing anti-government protests
Original: When telcos shut down the internet, they shut down protests for the government
Global Voices reports that when telecommunications companies cut off or restrict internet access, the practical effect is to suppress protests against governments. The outlet argues telecoms are effectively doing governments' work by disrupting the communications protesters rely on to organise. The article is prompting debate about the role of private telecom firms in government-led internet shutdowns and the impact on free expression and assembly.
Why now: Internet shutdowns during unrest and elections are a recurring global concern, renewing scrutiny of telecom companies' complicity.
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