January 2019
Facebook Blocks 783 Pages Linked to Iran
Facebook has blocked 783 pages and accounts linked to Iran for coordinated deceptive behavior across multiple countries. Nathaniel Gleicher, Facebook's cybersecurity policy head, confirmed that…
Minister of Communications: The Government is Not Consulted on Filtering
The Iranian Minister of Communications stated that the government is not consulted on internet filtering decisions, amidst calls for increased activity in cyberspace from President…
Reza Pahlavi: I Do Not Justify Seeking Financial Aid from Foreign Governments
Reza Pahlavi has publicly distanced himself from an open letter requesting financial support from the U.S. for Iranian opposition groups, stating he does not find…
Iran's Prosecutor: If Cyber Space is Not Managed, Our Situation Will Worsen
Iran's Attorney General has warned that without proper management of cyber space, the country's situation will deteriorate, following calls for filtering Instagram due to its…
What Time Is It in the Post-Instagram World?
The Iranian government is considering filtering Instagram, which could have significant social and economic consequences for users and the economy. The article humorously discusses the…
Judicial Official: A Court Order Has Been Issued for the Filtering of Instagram
A judicial official announced that a court order has been issued to filter Instagram in Iran, citing the failure of previous smart filtering efforts. This…