Iran: Human Rights Groups Sound Alarm Against Draconian Internet Bill
WebMar 17, 2022 · We, the undersigned human rights and civil society organizations, are alarmed by the Iranian parliament’s move to ratify the general outlines of the draconian "Regulatory System for Cyberspace...
Iran Accused Of Secretly Implementing Controversial Draft Internet Bill
WebSep 9, 2022 · Cyberexperts say Iran has been secretly implementing a widely criticized draft bill that would tighten state control over the Internet and give control of the country’s Internet gateways to...
Iran: Controversial internet control bill passes committee stage
WebFeb 22, 2022 · Tehran, Iran – A special parliamentary committee has approved the outlines of controversial legislation that many observers believe will lead to tighter restrictions on online activity in Iran...
Iran unveils plan for tighter internet rules to promote local …
WebFeb 24, 2024 · Iran’s top internet policymaking body released a directive earlier this week that stipulates new rules with potentially wide-ranging ramifications for the country’s already constrained...
Iran: Freedom on the Net 2023 Country Report | Freedom House
WebThe Internet User Protection Bill (IUPB), which was partially implemented during the coverage period without official parliamentary approval, includes provisions that facilitate government-ordered censorship and surveillance (see A3, B1, B2, B3, B6, C4, and C6).
Despite Iran’s Efforts to Block Internet, Technology Has Helped …
WebSep 29, 2022 · There are fears that a pending internet bill will block the remaining social media apps, on which an estimated 11 million Iranians rely for their livelihoods, working as influencers, selling...
Under pressure, Iranian MPs postpone internet restriction bill - Al Jazeera
WebJul 26, 2021 · Tehran, Iran – Iran’s parliament has suspended its review of a highly controversial bill that a minister, citizens and businesses say will only lead to more internet restrictions in the...
Iranians fear new bill will restrict internet even further
WebAug 4, 2021 · Iranians fear new bill will restrict internet even further | AP News. 1 of 6 |. Ali Hedieloo cuts a piece of wood at his furniture workshop in the southern suburbs of Tehran, Iran, Friday, July 30, 2021.
Total Control Over Internet Use in Iran Sought by Security …
WebJul 30, 2021 · The bill imposes stricter limits on internet usage in Iran, allows state security agencies to surveil citizens more easily, and severely limits the use of popular foreign apps and online services. Article 9 of the bill calls for a task force composed of military and intelligence agencies to control internet access in the country.
New "Protection" Bill on Internet Freedom | The Iran Primer
WebOct 14, 2021 · In February 2022, Parliament tried to ratify the central elements of the bill. What does it do? What does the bill mean by “protection”? The bill is intended to help the state further centralize and control the Internet within Iran, in part by asserting power over foreign technology companies.
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