What Different Countries Censor Online

from the all-different-reasons dept

A new study takes a look at what websites different countries what websites different countries censor. The study suggests that you can learn the mindset of a government based on what they censor. For example, while it’s well known that China blocks random news sites, it seems that Saudi Arabia isn’t as concerned about cultural things. This suggests, of course, that China is more worried about political problems, while Saudi Arabia is concerned about personal morality issues.


Add Your Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Have a Techdirt Account? Sign in now. Want one? Register here

Comment Options:

Make this the or (get credits or sign in to see balance) what's this?

What's this?

Techdirt community members with Techdirt Credits can spotlight a comment as either the "First Word" or "Last Word" on a particular comment thread. Credits can be purchased at the Techdirt Insider Shop »

Follow Techdirt

Techdirt Daily Newsletter

Techdirt Deals
Techdirt Insider Discord
The latest chatter on the Techdirt Insider Discord channel...
Loading...