The Danger of Ignoring Internet Shutdowns

The number of internet shutdowns is on the rise. From blocking social media to restricting city internet access, governments are using every tool they have. How does the internet shutdown work, and how can we prepare for it?

Internet shutdowns are concerning for a number of reasons.

The first and obvious one is the violation of human rights. The right to access information and communicate freely is a fundamental human right. When governments shut down the internet, they are violating this right, along with other rights such as the right to assembly, freedom of speech, and expression.

Internet shutdowns also disrupt essential services. The internet has become an essential service for many people around the world, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shutdowns can disrupt access to critical services such as healthcare, education, and emergency services. Internet shutdowns can also have a significant impact on the economy, particularly for businesses that rely on the internet to operate. Shutdowns can disrupt supply chains, delay transactions and reduce productivity.

Internet shutdowns can be used to suppress dissent and prevent the free flow of information during elections or political unrest. This undermines the democratic process and can lead to increased censorship. And governments often order internet shutdowns without any clear explanation or justification. This lack of transparency can lead to abuse of power and limit the ability of citizens to hold their governments accountable.

We need to know what's happening around the world. No matter where we live - we must stay aware and help those whose rights are being violated.

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🕖 Timestamps:
00:00 Where it all starts
01:02 What is an internet shutdown?
03:17 Why is this an important topic
03:53 Interview with Netblocks
5:14 What can we do about internet shutdowns?

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[poovithanvasikaran]

Shutdowns like that should constitute and international crime. Absolutely inhumane....

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[rwansingh]

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[kirubielc]

Internet has been shutdown for more than 30million people in tigrian region for freaking 2 years, and the government shut down internet again for almost the quarter of ethiopian people (which are in Amhara region ) now .

Yea Internet shutdown is on another level in Africa 🤐

[Abhishek-qvzd]

Most internet shutdown in India are done by the local and state governments, usually for not so serious reasons. Its a complicated democracy and the governance system will adapt according it enforcement power, your video is uninformed at many levels.