Internet Filtering
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View Timeline →The Evolution of Iran's Internet Censorship System
The article discusses the development of Iran's sophisticated internet censorship system, detailing the government's efforts to control online information and suppress dissent. Key players include…
Iran Proposes New Bill to Strengthen Internet Censorship
Iranian lawmakers are proposing a new bill to enhance online censorship and restrict Internet access, following backlash against a previous version. This legislation is significant…
IRGC Intensifies Internet Censorship in Iran
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is intensifying its efforts to censor internet activity in Iran, impacting citizens' access to information and communication. This ongoing…
Iran Intensifies Execution Campaign Against Dissidents Amid Internet Censorship
Iran is intensifying its execution campaign against dissidents and protesters amidst ongoing internet censorship, with actual execution numbers likely exceeding official reports. This crackdown involves…
Filtering and Citizens' Unceasing Struggle to Break It; A Failed Yet Profitable Scheme for Some
Iran's internet censorship has escalated since the early 2000s, resulting in the blocking of millions of websites and affecting social media platforms. This ongoing struggle…
Internet Censorship in Iran: The Ongoing Struggle for Digital Freedom
The article discusses the persistent issue of cyber-censorship in Iran as a tool for controlling information amidst global structural changes. It highlights the ongoing struggle…
What is Kandouit and How Has It Helped Hundreds of Thousands in Iran Bypass Internet Filtering?
Iranians living abroad are working to provide free internet access to those in Iran, resulting in hundreds of thousands of users successfully bypassing internet filtering…
Expanding Starlink Services: A Solution for Internet Censorship in Iran
The article discusses the need to expand Starlink services to assist countries like Iran in overcoming internet censorship and restrictions. The interview highlights the role…
Abbas Abdi Defends Having a 'Clear SIM Card': Members of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace Also Have Clear Lines
Abbas Abdi, a reformist figure, defends his use of a 'clear SIM card' as a personal right, highlighting that many officials in charge of internet…
Pezeshkian's Reaction to Criticism of Internet Rents: I Ordered 'White SIM Cards' to Be Deactivated
Masoud Pezeshkian admitted to his failure in addressing internet censorship in Iran and announced the deactivation of SIM cards given to government affiliates. This move…
US Tech Giants Encouraged to Aid in Evasion of Internet Censorship in Iran and Russia
The White House held a meeting with representatives from major tech companies and civil society activists to discuss enhancing digital bandwidth for tools that help…
Starlink Technology Challenges Iran's Internet Filtering Efforts
Iranians are installing Starlink satellite internet terminals, which may undermine the government's internet filtering. This development involves the Iranian public and the Starlink technology. It…
Iran Lawmaker Claims 'VPN Mafia' is Hindering Telegram Ban Lift Efforts
An Iranian lawmaker has accused a 'VPN mafia' of obstructing efforts to lift the ban on Telegram, claiming that economic interests related to VPN sales…
Pezeshkian's Internet Filtering Promise in Question Amid Software Crackdown
President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered a crackdown on the sale of anti-filtering software, contradicting his earlier promise to lift internet filtering. This has caused confusion…
Vigilantes Protest Against Efforts to Lift Internet Censorship in Iran
Dozens of protesters organized by a vigilante group gathered in Tehran to oppose President Masoud Pezeshkian's remarks and the increasing calls for lifting internet filtering.…
Uncertainty Over Internet Access in Iran Amidst Hardliner Resistance
Iran's hardliners continue to maintain strict internet access restrictions, leaving the public in confusion about the future of internet filtering. The ongoing uncertainty affects citizens'…
Iran's Second-Biggest Phone Company CEO Dismissed for Inadequate Internet Censorship
The CEO of Iran's second-largest telecommunications company was dismissed for not effectively blocking internet access during a period of unrest. This incident highlights the government's…
Ballwin Protest Exposes Iran's Deadly Crackdown and Internet Censorship
The article discusses a protest in Ballwin that reflects the ongoing deadly crackdown by the Iranian government on dissent and the accompanying internet blackout. The…
How Russia Attracts Chinese Citizens to Fight in Ukraine?
Russia is actively recruiting Chinese citizens to fight in Ukraine, offering significant financial incentives. Ukrainian President Zelensky has highlighted the capture of Chinese mercenaries and…
Starlink Satellite Internet Has Over 100,000 Users in Iran
Starlink satellite internet usage in Iran has surged to over 100,000 users, driven by the demand for unfiltered access amid government-imposed internet restrictions. This rise…