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Summons to Intimidate Activists in Mount Lebanon
“The investigator tried to take the investigation in a different direction. Our phones were taken away and their data was…
A Brief Overview of AI Use in WANA
Governments and private sectors in West Asia and North Africa are calling to employ AI to strengthen their economies and…
Jordan: How are users affected by the TikTok ban?
This article was originally published on 7iber in Arabic. SMEX provides this translation. Social media platforms and other communication services…
Syria: Internet shutdowns planned despite promises to keep it on
Yesterday, news spread on social media about the intention of the Syrian authorities to cut off internet services in conjunction…
Open Letter: The Prime Minister of Iraq must commit to #KeepItOn at the upcoming cabinet meeting, and put an end to internet shutdowns during exams
To: Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani, Prime Minister of Republic of Iraq; The Office of the Prime Minister Cc: Ibrahim Al-Jubouri,…
How Disinformation Campaigns Endanger Lives in Sudan
For the past month, disinformation has been raging across social media platforms in Sudan. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and…
Does Blocking ‘Bolt’ in Lebanon Serve the Interests of Drivers or Monopolists?
“My only option is to use Bolt’s motorbike service, both to avoid traffic and for the low ride fare,” Tima,…