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Cloudflare Blocks Pirate Sites, Sparks Censorship Concerns

7/16/2025

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Cloudflare's recent decision to block pirate websites in the UK signals a dramatic change in its function as a content delivery network. This action, driven by rights holders' demands, could affect millions of users. Critics express concern that this could pave the way for heightened censorship and a more divided internet landscape.

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Story summary

Cloudflare's recent decision to block pirate websites in the UK signals a dramatic change in its function as a content delivery network. This action, driven by rights holders' demands, could affect millions of users. Critics express concern that this could pave the way for heightened censorship and a more divided internet landscape.