Internet

Amnesty International warns Islamic regime using ‘wartime conditions’ to intensify repression

The report comes only a week after the Islamic Republic seemingly ended its internet blackout after an almost three-month cut off, though human rights organizations warned that restrictions remain.

Members of the Iranian police attend a pro-government rally in Tehran, Iran, January 12, 2026.
Iran restores connectivity to create ‘limited amount of relief,’ censorship remains.

Iran restores connectivity to create ‘limited amount of relief,’ censorship remains

The SpaceX building, as the company prepares to file for an initial public offering (IPO), in Hawthorne, California, April 23, 2026.

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

An Iranian woman, Boshra, shows her mobile phone, after a nationwide internet shutdown since January 8, 2026, following Iran's protests, in Tehran, Iran, January 24, 2026.

Iran orders internet restored after 87-day wartime blackout cuts off millions - report


Syria's internet, phone bills double after Sharaa's historic visit to Washington

Telecom giants Syriatel and MTN slash short-term data bundles and sharply raise prices, sparking boycotts and fresh doubts about Syria’s promised economic overhaul.

 US President Donald Trump meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in this handout released on May 14, 2025.

Goodbye Chrome: OpenAI launched the ChatGPT Atlas browser

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas – a new browser that integrates ChatGPT directly into browsing, with memory capabilities, real-time editing, and an agent mode that performs actions for the user.

ChatGPT Atlas

Amazon's AWS struggles to recover after major outage disrupts apps, services worldwide

Amazon.com, PrimeVideo and Alexa were all facing issues, according to Downdetector.

People walk past the logo of Amazon Web Services (AWS) at its exhibitor stall at the India Mobile Congress 2025 at Yashobhoomi, a convention and expo center in New Delhi, India, October 8, 2025.

Buying backlinks: risks, rules, and results

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After a NIS 200 subscription: The Comet AI browser is launched for free

The Comet artificial intelligence browser by Perplexity offers a smart assistant that accompanies users during browsing and performs tasks in real time.

Comet AI browser

Benda brings ZTE back to Israel with new routers, modems, and streamers

ZTE is returning to activity in Israel after a break of several years. Benda, the official importer, announced the launch of a new series of routers, modems, and streamers.

ZTE

From looms to laptops, Afghan women lose lifeline in Taliban internet ban

The ban was said to prevent immoral activities. Instead, it has cut off business and education opportunities.

Afghan women prepare dough to make traditional cookies inside a bakery in Kabul, Afghanistan, May 5, 2024.

French bar owner hit with €37,000 Orange roaming bill after Moroccan escape

Orange says it sent 16 SMS warnings, but long-time customer Lefèvre insists he never used his phone abroad.

An expensive Moroccan holiday. Illustration.

Taliban chief orders internet blackouts, calling the web the ‘root of all evil’

The emerging policy threatens to disrupt government services that had moved online in recent years and to stall humanitarian operations in Afghanistan.

 Taliban soldiers celebrate on the second anniversary of the fall of Kabul on a street near the US embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, August 15, 2023.

The evolution of sports coverage: From matchday highlights to interactive fan platforms

Outdoor soccer game.