Socio-economic cost of internet shutdowns is rising

The number of internet shutdowns reached a record-high last year; 2024 appears to be on track for a similar rate

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In this article

  • Scale
  • South Asian malaise
  • Trigger for shutdowns
  • Mechanics and operation
  • Changing purpose
  • Changing triggers
  • Social consequences
  • Economic damage
  • Circumvention and response
  • Outlook

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