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Social Responsibility Is A Business Matter: A Guide For Tech SMEs In Lebanon
In Lebanon, telcos and major tech companies tend to impact users’ privacy and freedom of expression. A 2018 SMEX report…
Save the Date: Bread&Net is back! 15 to 17 November 2019
SMEX is thrilled to announce the return of Bread&Net, the annual Arabic-language unconference to strengthen and defend human rights in…
Grindr Ban: Lebanese Courts Restrict LGBTQ+ Rights
A few weeks ago Ogero, the ministry of telecommunications operated internet service provider (ISP), blocked Grindr, a popular gay online…
Dear Careem, Stop Sharing Riders’ Personal Information with Drivers
It was recently revealed that Careem, the Emirati-based ride hailing company, recently purchased by Uber, routinely shares riders’ full names…
Vulnerability in touch’s SAT Protocol Threatens Millions
An exploit in touch’s SIM Application Toolkit (SAT) protocol enables companies and individuals to access any touch SIM card and…
