World at Risk if Internet Fails, Warns ITU

The ITU warns that a global 'digital pandemic' could occur if the Internet fails, urging action to protect digital lifelines amid risks from extreme heat, earthquakes, and solar storms.

Global Conflicts, High Costs Slash Smartphone Supply

Smartphone shipments to Africa and the Middle East fell 7% YoY in Q1 2026 due to memory crisis and regional conflicts, while over 810 million women in low-income countries remain offline, widening the digital divide.

US Intel: Iran Can Shut Strait of Hormuz at Will

US intelligence assesses Iran can now shut down the Strait of Hormuz at will, gaining a powerful economic weapon. The war has emboldened Tehran, which retains significant military capabilities and may use proxies to threaten other chokepoints.

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