Jul 13, 2021 - Technology

Cuba blocks social media access following protests

Cuba has limited access to some social media and messaging apps following anti-government protests that started Sunday.

Why it matters: Governments are increasingly using partial or complete internet shutdowns as a response to political unrest.

According to NetBlocks, Cuba's national internet service provider blocked access to WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram as well as some Telegram servers.

Flashback: NetBlocks spotted a similar crackdown in Cuba in November 2020, following separate protests over artistic freedom.

Go Deeper: Internet blackouts skyrocket amid global political unrest