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Cloudflare Reports No Government Internet Shutdowns in Q1 2025

4/26/2025

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In an unprecedented turn, Cloudflare's Q1 2025 report reveals a global absence of government-imposed Internet shutdowns, a stark contrast to past incidents in Iraq, Syria, and Algeria aimed at curbing exam cheating. The report advocates for alternative measures, highlighting that shutdowns typically coincide with political turmoil, while cable damage and power outages continue to disrupt connectivity in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

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In an unprecedented turn, Cloudflare's Q1 2025 report reveals a global absence of government-imposed Internet shutdowns, a stark contrast to past incidents in Iraq, Syria, and Algeria aimed at curbing exam cheating. The report advocates for alternative measures, highlighting that shutdowns typically coincide with political turmoil, while cable damage and power outages continue to disrupt connectivity in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.