Hijab crackdowns using "facial recognition and surveillance cameras" began this month, while weekly internet shutdowns in Sistan and Baluchestan continued.
Policy Monitor
Iran enters the new year by announcing further technologically enhanced measures to enforce compulsory hijab laws and oppress women.
Further announcements hinting at the implementation of "layered filtering" made headlines this month.
Our January 2023 Policy Monitor highlights how the Judiciary has been wielding its power in shaping digital policies.
Government accelerates internet localization in response to heavy financial cost of internet shutdowns
As protests and violent government crackdowns continue, authorities hide behind "security reasons" to justify internet shutdowns.
Our November Policy Monitor explores the latest plans to accelerate internet localisation in Iran.
Digital curfews; internet shutdowns and intimidation of activists online and offline
Iran’s e-government services continue to violate the privacy of Iranian citizens
Iranian internet policies were marked by a few significant developments in the last month, namely increased cooperation with Russia, limits...