Trump looks at Musk’s Starlink for internet access in Iran as relations improve
Elon Musk is Ready to Reengage in Politics Recently, tech billionaire Elon Musk has been drifting back into the political scene, particularly around former President Donald Trump’s faction, after a public spat in June 2025. It seems their relationship has thawed, as Trump mentioned Musk specifically over the weekend. Responding to questions about leveraging Musk’s […]
Iran shuts down internet access for the public during ongoing protests.
Cybersecurity experts have alleged that the Iranian government has enacted an internet “kill switch” to obscure claims of human rights violations committed by its security forces, leading to a significant rise in protests across the nation. As the protests entered their 13th day, power outages drastically reduced internet connectivity to about 2% of typical levels. […]
Iranian Authorities Cut Off Internet Amid Ongoing Protests and Rising Death Toll
Iran Faces Nationwide Internet Blackout Amid Protests Observers from around the globe reported that Iran experienced a significant internet blackout on Thursday. This alarming development suggests that the Iranian government, gripped by fear, may be gearing up for more violent actions as protests enter their second week. The Internet Traffic Monitoring Group, NetBlocks, noted a […]
Protests in Iran reach day 13 amid nationwide internet blackout
Iran Protests Intensify Amid Internet Blackout The unrest in Iran has entered a 13th day, with authorities implementing a significant internet blackout that isolates the country from much of the outside world. This move comes as the government issues increasing threats of severe punishment in the face of widespread protests against the regime. According to […]
Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi speaks with Trump during internet outage and protests
Iranian Exile Calls for U.S. Intervention Amid Protests The exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has urged President Donald Trump to take action following a nationwide internet blackout imposed by the Iranian regime amid increasing anti-government demonstrations. He expressed belief that Trump is “a man of peace and a man of his word.” Pahlavi, in a […]
Iran experiences internet shutdown during protests as Khamenei threatens action against dissent.
Iran’s Ongoing Protests Spark Internet Blackout Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has made it clear that security forces are prepared to crack down on demonstrators, who have been marching through the streets. This comes as protests continue to intensify in the country. An overnight internet blackout affected much of Iran as anti-regime protests escalated. […]
Iran loses internet access: Here’s how cryptocurrency might continue to function.
Internet Shutdown in Iran Raises Questions for Cryptocurrency Users The Iranian government shut down internet access on Thursday amid widespread protests, leading to concerns about how citizens can use cryptocurrencies during this time. Estimates from Statista suggest that approximately 7 million people, out of a population of 92 million, engage with cryptocurrencies. Between January and […]
Iran’s internet is shut down during anti-government protests.
Reports indicate that a nationwide internet blackout has occurred in Iran as anti-regime protests escalate, now entering their second week with at least 44 reported deaths. Communication across the country has been heavily restricted during this time. On Thursday evening, live data from NetBlocks showed a sharp decline in internet traffic, right after a call […]
Faux error malware attacks reach alarming 60% success rate on the internet
Cybercrime tools that are both dangerous and effective have made an unsettling entrance on underground forums, making it easier for attackers to distribute malware. These tools go beyond hidden downloads. Instead, they generate fake error messages that create a sense of urgency, pressuring users to address imaginary issues. Researchers are noting that this method is […]
Starlink provides free internet in Venezuela following US raid and Maduro’s capture.
Starlink, the satellite internet provider founded by Elon Musk, is now offering complimentary internet services in Venezuela following a significant operation by the United States against the nation, which included the detention of President Nicolas Maduro. On a Sunday, Starlink, which is part of Musk’s SpaceX, confirmed that it would be providing credits to both […]