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Tunisia No Longer Safe for Journalists and Advocates of Free Expression
“Some mindless people who are demanding freedom of expression are unaware that they already have it, but they’re living in…
Internet Shutdowns to Prevent Cheating During Exams: The Impact on Society and Economy in the MENA Region
The Digital ID Landscape in the GCC: A Mapping of Programs, Regulations, and Human Rights Risks [Report 2021]
This report analyzes the implementation of digital ID systems in countries of the Gulf Council Cooperation (GCC), also referred to…
Data Protection and Privacy Laws In MENA: A Case Study Of Covid-19 Contact Tracing Apps [Report]
This report analyzes data protection and privacy laws in Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. Joey Shea, a…
The Future of Biometrics and Digital ID in Lebanon: Assessing Proposed Systems for Elections and Social Assistance [Report]
In Lebanon, passports, drivers’ licenses, work permits, residency permits, and humanitarian aid all use systems that require biometric data, such…
