Smartphones rival laptops in specs, but strict operating systems and lack of user freedom mean they fall short of being real computers. Explore the technical and cultural reasons behind the divide.
Iran’s government has plunged the nation into a sweeping internet blackout during mass protests, silencing millions and cutting off information to the outside world. Experts warn the shutdown is the fastest and most comprehensive yet, with little hope of a quick resolution.
Telegram’s founder Durov declares the free internet is dying as Europe enacts new controls. Is this the end of digital liberty, or a necessary evolution for online safety?