The law, which President Vladimir Putin signed in May, requires Russian Internet providers to install technical devices provided by the authorities to enable centralised control of traffic. — AFP Relaxnews
A controversial law that would allow Russia to cut Internet traffic from international servers came into force Nov 1, prompting fears from rights activists of online isolation.
The law, which President Vladimir Putin signed in May, requires Russian Internet providers to install technical devices provided by the authorities to enable centralised control of traffic.
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