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Sudan: “Men with no Mercy” now Armed with EU-linked Spyware
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF)—a paramilitary group in Sudan accused of committing crimes against humanity— imported the “Predator” spyware developed…
Yemen: World Cup for those who can afford it
During the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Ahmad Nasher, a 27-year-old Yemeni, worked tirelessly to re-route and receive signals of unencrypted…
Red Card on Digital Rights: A summary of Qatar’s foul plays
It’s been three weeks since the start of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, and even if football matches…
Influencers’ License in Saudi Arabia: Regulation or Censorship?
Influencers in Saudi Arabia are no longer permitted to work online without a license from the government. Every content creator…
Bread&Net 2022 Wrap Up: Five Years On
This year’s turnout at Bread&Net exceeded our expectations! More than 800 attendees took part in what became the largest convention…
Mandatory App, Opaque Policies: The Policy Void that Threatens the Privacy of Qatar World Cup Attendees [REPORT]
For the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, a plethora of technologies are being deployed including smart city tech, drones,…
Will Qatar Get a Red Card on Digital Rights?: What you should know if you are traveling to Qatar for the World Cup
In the coming days, Qatar will find itself at the center of attention. The country is hosting one of the…