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INTERNET FREEDOM

South Africa votes with China, Russia and India against internet freedoms in UN resolution

Resolution passed regardless, for political commitment from member states to protect human rights online such as freedom of expression and privacy.

News 24

Ma’s wealth shot up to $39-billion as his large stake in Ant Financial, operator of the world’s largest money market fund and a mobile payment Goliath, saw its valuation rise. (Reuters)

Alibaba and the $40-billion squeeze

The Chinese government tried to take on thriving online marketplace Alibaba, but owner Jack Ma beat the regulators at their own game.

Alistair Fairweather

Home Affairs raids ANN7 offices

Cybersecurity: The spooks, the worms and the net

The increase in cybercrime could mean the beginning of the end for internet freedom, says Jane Duncan.

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