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Telco internet shutdowns silence anti-government protests
Original: When telcos shut down the internet, they shut down protests for the government
A Global Voices article argues that when telecommunications companies cut off or throttle internet access during unrest, they effectively suppress anti-government protests. The piece frames telco compliance with shutdown orders as a political act that shields governments from mass mobilisation, since organisers rely on connectivity to coordinate demonstrations and share information domestically and internationally.
Why now: Internet shutdowns during periods of unrest are a recurring global concern, prompting renewed debate about telco responsibility.
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