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Sri Lanka: shutting down social media to fight rumors hurts victims

22 Apr 2019

Cutting communications channels can block the emergency and rescue services that keep people alive.

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Sri Lanka: shutting down social media to fight rumors hurts victims
22 Apr 2019
Sri Lanka: shutting down social media to fight rumors hurts victims
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Facebook is right to defend the security of Messenger, and the solution is adding more security

23 Aug 2018

The U.S. government is ordering Facebook to help wiretap Messenger voice calls. We explain what may be happening and how it could impact encrypted communications going forward.

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Facebook is right to defend the security of Messenger, and the solution is adding more security
23 Aug 2018
Facebook is right to defend the security of Messenger, and the solution is adding more security
KeepItOn internet shutdown stories

“Is this real?” Three people inside Cameroon’s ongoing internet shutdown

19 Oct 2017

This is the second time the government has ordered a shutdown this year, and it’s happening even after an official promised not to interfere with internet access.

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“Is this real?” Three people inside Cameroon’s ongoing internet shutdown
19 Oct 2017
“Is this real?” Three people inside Cameroon’s ongoing internet shutdown
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Facebook Messenger joins e2e bandwagon

8 Jul 2016

The industry-wide movement toward more secure options is a huge win for human rights. If you’re looking at encrypted messaging services, here are a few things to keep in mind.

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Facebook Messenger joins e2e bandwagon
8 Jul 2016
Facebook Messenger joins e2e bandwagon
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