Government Internet Shutdowns Cost $5.6 Billion in 2021

Our annual report analyzes every major intentional internet shutdown in 2021 and reveals that they cost a world economy a further $5.6 billion.

Samuel Woodhams
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Simon Migliano
Simon Migliano

Samuel Woodhams was our Digital Rights Lead. His research has been featured in the BBC, Reuters, Financial Times, The Guardian, and Business Insider. Read full bio

Simon Migliano is a recognized world expert in VPNs. He's tested hundreds of VPN services and his research has featured on the BBC, The New York Times and more. Read full bio

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