protonmail, 2 months ago

1️⃣ Increased targeted censorship

As governments increase censorship, internet accessibility decreases, particularly for social media, messaging apps, and critical news sites.
2/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

2️⃣ VPN bans

VPNs are one of the most effective tools for bypassing targeted censorship, turning them into targets for bans themselves.

We expect more #VPN bans in countries where the democratic process has weakened.
3/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

3️⃣ More internet shutdowns

Internet shutdowns are severe censorship where the entire internet is turned off for a particular population.
4/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

4️⃣ Disinformation campaigns

With the help of #AI, #deepfakes are becoming more convincing and are being used by fraudsters and official campaigns alike.

Unfortunately, regulation is constantly playing catch-up with technology. Better AI regulation, public education on media literacy, and access to trustworthy, independent media are required to combat this issue.
5/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

5️⃣ Foreign influencers

Some countries use a network of fake accounts to sow discord, spread influence, and harass foreign politicians and businesses.
6/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

6️⃣ Increased surveillance

The internet is already awash in companies trying to monitor you, from #Meta to #Google, and governments are just as thirsty for data.

#E2E encrypted services are crucial as they are the only way to keep your information away from the constant surveillance of governments and companies.
7/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

7️⃣ Rise of the splinternet

Governments that limit access to foreign websites lead to a #splinternet, a fractured online experience.

Read more: https://protonvpn.com/blog/predictions-for-internet-in-2024/
8/9

protonmail, 2 months ago

With democracy on the ballot, we must fight disinformation and censorship in all its forms to preserve our democracy.

To this end, we’ll offer free Proton VPN servers in countries with a history of #censorship or political interference in the weeks leading up to the elections: https://protonvpn.com/blog/free-servers-before-elections/
9/9

Teop_Versant, 2 months ago

@protonmail I am really pleased to be an early supporter of Proton. Thank you for your role in keeping the Internet free and safe.

protonmail, 2 months ago

@Teop_Versant 💜

princeofhyrule, 2 months ago

@protonmail here's to the hope it doesn't happen where I live.
(its already happening, and a bunch of vpn services have already left)