On October 23, Iranian authorities approved internet price increases of up to 40%, marking the third tariff hike in less than a year. For users in Iran, this is far more than a price adjustment. Under Iran's regulatory framework, international bandwidth is billed at full rates while domestic platforms receive state subsidies. Because widespread censorshipContinue reading "From Quiet Price Hikes to Official Approval: Pricing Becomes Another Barrier to the Global Internet"