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Case File governance intelligence tracks institutions, policy processes, standards activity, registry operations, accountability disputes, and implementation signals that affect internet infrastructure. BTW.MEDIA organizes public reporting, source-backed analysis, institutional context, and long-running case coverage so readers can follow decision points, governance risk, operational continuity, legitimacy questions, and policy outcomes across the global network ecosystem. Readers comparing RIRs, standards bodies, ICANN processes, network operator groups, public policy actors, accountability disputes, and source evidence can use the page to see which processes are procedural, which signals may change operating assumptions, and which communities are exposed. It gives researchers and infrastructure stakeholders a stable way to compare governance developments by actor, process, evidence, consequence, geography, and operational exposure rather than treating each policy update as an isolated notice. It is written for readers who need to know which governance signals are procedural noise, which ones may change operating assumptions, which institutions or communities are most exposed, and what public evidence supports continued monitoring.
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AFRINIC Saga
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Thailand’s Tobacco Authority: Regulation and stewardship
Governance and agricultural stewardship The Tobacco Authority of Thailand (TOAT), a state-owned enterprise under Thailand’s Ministry of Finance, plays a pivotal role in overseeing the cultivation, processing, and distribution of tobacco products nationwide. Founded during a…

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Ofcom fines OnlyFans operator $1.4 million
Ofcom penalises OnlyFans £1.05m for age verification failures

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Ofcom enforces Online Safety Act
The UK’s Online Safety Act, enforced from 17 March 2025, requires online platforms to implement measures against illegal content.

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ICANN receiver update anchors AFRINIC's court-supervised board reset
ICANN's March 2025 receiver update records the court appointment of Gowtamsingh Dabee over AFRINIC and makes board reconstruction a legitimacy test.

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US and APAC allies ban DeepSeek from government devices
The US and its allies are banning Chinese AI app DeepSeek from government devices, citing national security risks.

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Trump nominates Olivia Trusty for FCC commissioner, securing Republican control
What happened: Olivia Trusty nominated for FCC commissioner by Trump President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Olivia Trusty for a commissioner position at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Trusty, a seasoned Republican Senate aide, currently serves as a professional…

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Appeals court blocks US net neutrality rules for ISPs
What happened: Net neutrality rules blocked by appeals court A US appeals court has blocked the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) attempt to reinstate net neutrality rules, leaving the future of internet regulation uncertain. This ruling, made on January 2, 2025, upholds…

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The future of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in global finance
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) have become a significant topic of discussion in global finance. As central banks explore their potential, CBDCs promise to transform payment systems, financial inclusion, and the role of monetary policy. However, challenges remain, and…

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Starlink satellite-to-phone plan moves ahead with FCC approval
What happened SpaceX’s Starlink satellite-to-phone service has taken a significant step forward with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approval, paving the way for mobile users to connect directly to satellites. Partnering with T-Mobile, this ambitious project allows…

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How Chinese military AI is advancing with Meta’s open-source tech
What happened A significant move was made in Chinese military AI. Researchers tied to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have adapted Meta’s open-source Llama model to create an artificial intelligence tool known as “ChatBIT.” This development, highlighted in recent academic…

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Volta River Authority: Sustainable power generation in Ghana
Volta River Authority, established in 1961, originally handled generation, transmission, and distribution, but now focuses on generation post-2005 reforms, fostering IPPs and splitting functions.

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US Justice Department probes Super Micro Computer
OUR TAKEThe investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice is a significant development, especially given the serious allegations of accounting manipulation. The involvement of short-seller Hindenburg Research, known for its aggressive stance against companies it perceives as…

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Social media platform X set for reinstatement in Brazil after Supreme Court compliance
OUR TAKEThis highlights a significant conflict between X (formerly Twitter), a major global social media platform, and Brazil’s Supreme Court. The resolution of this dispute has broader implications for freedom of speech vs. regulation and corporate accountability.–Jennifer Yu…

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Portuguese government to keep ban on Chinese 5G equipment
OUR TAKEPortugal’s new centre-right government will continue the previous administration’s ban on Chinese equipment in 5G networks, maintaining one of Europe’s strictest policies despite potential costs. This decision aligns Portugal more closely with U.S. security concerns…

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Brazil’s Supreme Court threaten to suspend X operations
Earlier this year, the company clashed with de Moraes over free speech, accounts linked to the far right, and misinformation on the platform.

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Malaysian government requires tech companies to comply with laws
The Malaysian government has demanded that tech companies comply with laws after strong opposition to a social media licensing scheme.

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Zuckerberg regrets Meta’s pandemic censorship under government pressure
Mark Zuckerberg admits regret over Meta’s content moderation decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic, influenced by pressure from the Biden administration.

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DIU seeks AI tools to supercharge military planning
DIU is soliciting generative AI technologies to enhance joint military planning and wargaming efforts through its Thunderforge initiative.

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China-based EV makers hit with European Union tariffs
The EU Commission to impose up to 36.3% duties on Chinese EVs, prompting China-based makers to rethink their European market strategy.

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Central Bank of Congo maintains key rate amid inflation decline
The Central Bank of the Congo (BCC) has decided to keep its key rate unchanged at 25% and maintain reserve requirements, despite a decline in inflation.
