Pakistan tests secret China-like ‘firewall’ to tighten online surveillance
The new monitoring system could give the government unprecedented insights into citizens’ online use.
Hasnain says:
“Any system that disrupts internet services, hampers business operations or raises privacy concerns could pose a serious threat to both private individuals and the broader business community, digital rights activist Aziz said.
“Pakistani businesses rely on global platforms for services like web hosting, and many have contracts requiring confidentiality. If the new system inspects network traffic, blocks VPNs, or imposes a registration regime, it could create more obstacles,” she warned.”
Posted on 2024-11-29T02:32:08+0000