Across the world, millions are still having difficulties reliably accessing the Internet. This digital divide, however, is especially more pronounced amongst women in the developing world. In an October report published by the World Wide Web Foundation , it is...
Further erosion of digital rights, and a worrying descent into digital isolation
Over the last two weeks, protests against Taliban rule have broken out across major cities in Afghanistan, from Herat to Kabul, over women’s rights to work, treatment of minorities, and the formation of a non-inclusive, Taliban dominated government,. Thus far, the...
On June 18, 2021, Ebrahim Raisi, the former judiciary chief widely accused of human rights abuses, was elected president of Iran after a controversial election marred by disqualifications and accusations of being a sham. A noted principlist, Raisi’s administration is...
As Iran prepares for its upcoming presidential elections on Friday, June 18th, rumors of a potential internet shutdown have been circulating on social media. Iran is no stranger to periodic internet throttling and shutdowns, especially during times of elections and...
News is pouring out from Iran regarding the nationwide anti-government demonstrations. What began as a few gatherings of protesters in a couple of cities has now grown to widespread protests and clashes with the regime’s security forces, resulting in the arrest of hundreds and the death of at least 20 individuals.
News is pouring out from Iran regarding the nationwide anti-government demonstrations. What began as a few gatherings of protesters in a couple of cities has now grown to widespread protests and clashes with the regime's security forces, resulting in the arrest of...