Russia's Digital Iron Curtain:the Sovereign Internet Test
Russia tests sovereign internet, restricting access to foreign services and raising concerns about online freedom.
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Russia's Digital Iron Curtain:the Sovereign Internet Test
In a move that underscores Russia's increasing isolation from the global digital landscape, the country conducted a large-scale test of its sovereign internet infrastructure over the weekend. This experiment, which restricted access to foreign internet services in several regions, has raised concerns about the future of online freedom in Russia. A Closer Look at the Test During the test, residents in regions like Chechnya, Dagestan, and Ingushetia were unable to access popular services such as YouTube, Google, WhatsApp, and Telegram. Even VPN services, often used to bypass internet restrictions, were rendered ineffective. This suggests a concerted effort by Russian authorities to tighten their grip on the digital realm. The Implications of a Sovereign Internet The concept of a sovereign internet, where a nation can isolate itself from the global network, has significant implications for both domestic and international affairs. For Russia, this could mean a future where online content …
