Keywords: Internet


Morocco's Internet Freedom Rated 'Partly Free' in Freedom House Report

Morocco has been designated as "partly free," scoring 54 out of 100, in the recent "Freedom on the Net" report released by the international NGO Freedom House. This annual evaluation analyzes internet freedom across 72 countries, encompassing nearly 87% of the global online populace.......

Hikikomori: Understanding the Global Spread of Extreme Isolation

A Japanese Phenomenon Goes Global Originating in Japan, the hikikomori phenomenon is characterized by prolonged social withdrawal, often lasting years. Initially a response to Japan's societal pressures, it has gained attention worldwide, challenging our understanding of social isolation. Coined......

Bangladesh Restores Internet as Student Protests Subside, Marking Return to Normalcy

In a significant turn of events, Bangladesh has announced the restoration of internet services nationwide, signaling a return to normalcy following weeks of intense student protests against job quota reforms. The unrest, which began in universities and colleges last month, escalated into nationwide demonstrations,......

Bangladeshi Unrest Escalates: State Broadcaster Attacked as Prime Minister’s Appeal Falls on Deaf Ears

In a dramatic escalation of ongoing civil unrest, Bangladeshi students set fire to the state broadcaster’s building in Dhaka, just a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's televised plea for calm. The incident marks a significant intensification of protests that have already claimed at least......

Bangladesh Grapples with Student Unrest: Mobile Internet Suspended Amid Intensifying Job Quota Protests

In a dramatic escalation of ongoing civil unrest, Bangladesh has taken the unprecedented step of suspending mobile internet services across much of the country. This move comes as student protests over government job quotas continue to intensify, with violent clashes between demonstrators and authorities......

Morocco's Mobile Boom: Connectivity Rates Surge to Over 55 Million Subscribers

In a remarkable display of digital advancement, Morocco's telecommunications sector is experiencing an unprecedented surge in connectivity rates. According to the latest report from the Directorate of Financial Studies and Forecasts (DEPF), the first quarter of 2024 saw over 55.4 million mobile phone......

IoT and Renewable Energy: Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Power

The global energy landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation driven by the imperative to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, are at the forefront of this shift, offering cleaner and more sustainable......

Unveiling Morocco's Digital Dawn: Ambitious Program to Connect 1,800 Rural Areas

In an ambitious stride towards bridging the digital divide, Ghita Mezzour, the Minister in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, unveiled an audacious new program that aims to bring internet connectivity to 1,800 rural zones across Morocco in the coming months. This groundbreaking initiative......

The Ambitious Bid: Frank McCourt's Endeavor to Transform TikTok

In a bold move that has captured the attention of the tech world, Frank McCourt, the prominent American entrepreneur and former owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has unveiled his audacious plan to acquire the wildly popular social media platform, TikTok. This endeavor, dubbed "Project Liberty,"......