The internet isn’t free: Shutdowns, surveillance and algorithmic risks

Global internet freedom has declined for the 15th straight year, according to the latest Freedom House report. Out of 72 countries evaluated, 28 recorded declines and 17 saw improvements. Shutdowns hit high-stakes zones The report documents large-scale infrastructure used to silence dissent and disrupt connectivity. For example, in Kenya authorities shut down internet access for roughly seven hours during protests in June 2024, and arrested hundreds of participants. Authoritarian states such as China and Myanmar … More →

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