Fun

News Feed - 2023-08-21 08:08:06

Helen Partz12 hours agoSomalia bans Telegram and TikTok over misinformationSomalia has shut down crypto-friendly messaging app Telegram and gambling site 1XBet, while cryptocurrency investments aren’t banned.1413 Total views6 Total sharesListen to article 0:00NewsJoin us on social networksThe Federal Republic of Somalia is the latest country to ban cryptocurrency-friendly messaging app Telegram, alongside TikTok social media app and the online-betting site 1XBet.


Somalia’s Ministry of Communications and Technology (MOCT) officially announced on Aug. 20 that the government is shutting down Telegram, TikTok and 1XBet.


On Sunday, MOCT Minister Jama Hassan Khalif held a meeting on telecommunications and internet security in social media with the National Communications Agency and major Somali telecom firms. The minister said that the government of Somalia is “working to preserve the culture of Somali society,” as telecom and internet devices have “affected lifestyles and increased bad habits.”


The announcement by MOCT reads:“It was considered important to shut down TikTok, Telegram and 1XBet gambling equipment, which had an impact on Somali youth, causing some of them to die.”


According to online reports, Somalia’s move to ban TikTok, Telegram and 1XBet also aims to limit the spread of indecent content and propaganda.


“The minister of communications orders internet companies to stop the aforementioned applications, which terrorists and immoral groups use to spread constant horrific images and misinformation to the public,” Khalif reportedly said. He added that Telegram and other applications were ordered to suspend their operations in Somalia by Aug. 24. “Anyone who does not follow this order will face clear and appropriate legal measures,” the official reportedly stated.The Ministry of Telecommunications and Technology announces the ban of #TikTok, #Telegram and online betting platform of 1Xbet, a move to counter and prevent indecent activities & contents, and extremism propaganda.#Somalia pic.twitter.com/dphcpuH18a— SNTV News (@sntvnews1) August 20, 2023


It’s not immediately clear whether Somalia’s decision to ban Telegram and other platforms have any implications for the country’s cryptocurrency adoption. In a similar way to many countries in Africa, investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) is not banned in Somalia. In the meantime, many global jurisdictions often argue that crypto is associated with terrorism financing risks.


The MOCT did not immediately respond to Cointelegraph’s request for comment. This article will be updated pending new information.


Related:Telegram Wallet bot enables in-app payments in Bitcoin, USDT and TON


The news comes just a few days after Iraq’s telecom ministry lifted the ban on Telegram in mid-August. The authority banned the messaging app in early August, citing personal data and security concerns.


In April, Telegram was temporarily suspended across Brazil as authorities were investigating neo-Nazi groups that were reported to use the messaging platform to incite school attacks. Telegram was reportedly fined roughly $186 million for not complying with an investigation into neo-Nazi activities on the platform.


Collect this article as an NFTto preserve this moment in history and show your support for independent journalism in the crypto space.


Magazine: Big Questions: Did the NSA create Bitcoin?# Betting# Africa# Adoption# Telegram# Telecommunications# RegulationAdd reactionAdd reactionRead moreHow to earn passive income with peer-to-peer lendingHow to buy Bitcoin with Cash App5 strategies to mitigate side channel attacks on cryptocurrency hardware wallets

News Feed

Derek Andersen6 hours agoCZ post on X about Ceffu and Binance.US contradicts SEC claims, adds to confusion“It is more than likely that BAM still doesn’t understand what Ceffu is,” the SEC stated after trying to unt
Dogecoin Breaks Above $0.12 Level – Time For DOGE To Catch Up?
Este artículo también está disponible en español. Dogecoin (DOGE) has finally broken through the crucial $0.12 resistance level, marking a significant milestone as it sur
On-chain data — The missing link in Web3 advertising
Gareth Jenkinson10 hours agoOn-chain data — The missing link in Web3 advertisingWeb3 advertising platform Addressable is tapping into AppsFlyer’s mobile analytics to improve marketing for mobile applications.292 Tota
xSigma DeFi Is a Game Changing Protocol Backed by a NASDAQ Listed Company
xSigma DeFi Is a Game Changing Protocol Backed by a NASDAQ Listed Company The DeFi ecosystem has been growing faster than anyone can keep up with recently. Billi
Tether stablecoin USDT is coming to Celo blockchain
Helen Partz11 hours agoTether stablecoin USDT is coming to Celo blockchainTether has entered a collaboration with Celo to enable “sub-cent transaction fees” for USDT and facilitate feasible microtransactions.2366 Tot
The Fed Will Keep Focusing on Crypto — Fed Governor Says ‘We Do Not Want to Hinder Innovation’
The Fed Will Keep Focusing on Crypto — Fed Governor Says "We Do Not Want to Hinder Innovation" Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman says while “cryptocurrency activitie
Mnuchin Affirms $1.5 Trillion Unaccounted For, Still Demands Strict Bitcoin Regulation
Mnuchin Affirms $1.5 Trillion Unaccounted For, Still Demands Strict Bitcoin Regulation U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin remarked last week that a reported $1.5 trillion in
Derek Andersen4 hours agoXRP, TON win approval in Dubai International Financial Centre free trade zoneThe new tokens join the ranks of BTC, ETH and LTC for use by the 4,000-plus companies located in the zone, which is co
Bitcoin Price Risks Further Crash As S&P Monthly LMACD Turns Bearish, Why Bulls Have Only 20 Days
Reason to trust Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Created by industry experts and meticulously reviewed The highest standards in reporting and pu
Prashant Jha13 hours agoChinese hackers use fake Skype app to target crypto users in new phishing scamCrypto security firm SlowMist has discovered several wallet addresses linked to a phishing scam that drained hundreds
Tom Blackstone1 hour agoCrypto companies form Texas blockchain group to advocate for clear regulationsa16z crypto, Coinbase, Ledger, Bain Capital Crypto, Blockchain Capital, and Paradigm joined to advocate for clear regu
Senate Banking Committee chair wants to combine stablecoin bill to boost chance of passage
Turner Wright2 hours agoSenate Banking Committee chair wants to combine stablecoin bill to boost chance of passageA bill in the House of Representatives aimed at providing guardrails for stablecoins has not moved forward