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162. Ehtesab in Afghanistan: an app’s struggle to survive under the Taliban

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Resilience and Resistance in Afghanistan

This chapter examines the transformative effects of technology and communication in Afghanistan after the fall of the Taliban in 2001, highlighting the rise of urban culture and progressive values. It recounts the harrowing experiences of app creators under Taliban rule, facing threats while striving to protect their community from repression. Additionally, the chapter discusses global cybersecurity issues, juxtaposing local struggles with international developments in technology and governance.

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