Yhn WarTerrorism first seen 4 d ago, last 40 min ago, peak #2

France asked ISPs to prepare DNS blocks for social platforms

Original: France asked ISPs to prepare temporary DNS blocks for major social platforms

The French government has reportedly asked internet service providers to prepare temporary DNS blocks targeting major social media platforms, with an article in Blast claiming plans for a possible cutoff tied to October 24. The report, attributed to the Prime Minister's office, has drawn attention to the state's readiness to restrict access to networks in a crisis scenario.

Why now: Reports that a Western democracy is preparing to cut off social media access raise press freedom and civil liberties concerns.

FranceISPsPrime Minister of FranceBlastsocial media platforms

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