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Internet restored in Uganda but social media and messaging apps still restricted

Internet restored in Uganda after four days of restrictions during elections Access to social media and messaging apps is still restricted Proton VPN confirms usage has now hit "an all-time high" ...
New York Magazine

The Global Internet Is Pulling Apart

The early rise of the internet is usually told as an extension of globalization. New networking technology made instantaneous communication possible, complementing and accelerating international ...
Staten Island Advance

FBI issues warning on scams targeting social media, messaging apps

The FBI has issued a new warning when it comes to using social media platforms and messaging service apps. Criminals are targeting U.S. stock investors through these platforms and applications using a ...
The New York Times

Putin Widens Effort to Control Russia’s Internet

The introduction of a state-approved messaging app has raised fears that Russia could be preparing to block WhatsApp and Telegram. By Paul Sonne Reporting from Berlin Russia is escalating its efforts ...
PBS

Using the internet in Russia can be frustrating, complicated and dangerous

TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — YouTube videos that won’t load. A visit to a popular independent media website that produces only a blank page. Cellphone internet connections that are down for hours or days.
Digital Journal

Full access: Why consider a ‘secure’ messaging app?

Iranians are forced to use homegrown apps as the authorities tighten internet restrictions for security reasons - Copyright AFP ATTA KENARE Iranians are forced to use ...