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How is South Lebanon coping with limited internet and communications amid Israeli bombing?
After over seven months of Israeli bombardment in South Lebanon, Caretaker Minister of Communications Johnny Corm finally mandated cellular companies…

Data on a Silver Platter: How Israel Hits Precise Targets in Lebanon
Over the past seven months, the Israeli occupation has precisely targeted people, houses, and vehicles in South Lebanon and Beirut’s…

Pedophilia via TikTok in Lebanon: Who is Responsible?
Rage swept Lebanon when news broke out that networks active on TikTok are luring minors to blackmail and sexually assault…

Content Streaming via an Ogero App: Who benefits from OTT in Lebanon?
Last November, Lebanon’s Council of Ministers added an item to the agenda to grant Ogero, the country’s primary provider of…

Digital wallets on hold in Lebanon, telecom minister stalling decisions
The Public Procurement Authority has halted efforts by Alfa (one of Lebanon’s state-owned mobile operators) to conclude a direct contract…