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Lebanon’s data security problem, explained
As the war escalates, the digital battlefield is proving just as volatile as the physical one putting civilian lives directly…
[Opinion] Israeli leaflets with QR codes could be after Lebanese metadata
On March 13, thousands of leaflets dropped over Beirut. At the bottom sat QR codes A month later, the question…
Keep Communities in Lebanon Safe, Informed, and Connected. Donate now.
SMEX is working to bridge the connectivity gap for our communities in Lebanon, ensuring they can have access to essential…
Digital Rights Amid a Regional War: March 24, 2026
Beirut, March 24, 2026 — Israel’s war on Lebanon continues to escalate, intensifying its targets on critical infrastructure like connecting…
[Opinion] Can Lebanon Survive the Digital War?
Lebanon is not just facing a direct military escalation. It is living through an Israeli-led digital war which is reshaping…
