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Like oil, can Iran control the flow of data? | DW News
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This video examines the potential risks posed by Iran's stated intention to charge fees for the use of subsea internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz.
As Iran discusses levying fees on international companies for utilizing subsea internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz, analysts warn of potential digital and economic consequences. The Strait is a critical corridor for global fiber-optic traffic connecting Asia and Europe, and threats to this infrastructure raise security concerns for major technology firms and global connectivity.
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