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Ethiopia’s tech startups are ready to run the world, but the internet keeps getting blocked

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submitted almost 7 years ago by zue

Ethiopia’s tech startups are ready to run the world, but the internet keeps getting blocked

submitted almost 7 years ago by zue

Ethiopia’s tech startups are ready to run the world, but the internet keeps getting blocked
  • Ethiopia has experienced a nationwide internet shutdown to prevent cheating during national exams, causing significant disruptions for businesses and tech startups, including iCog, the country's first AI lab.
  • This pattern of internet blackouts, which has occurred multiple times since 2015, not only hampers productivity but also damages the reputation of Ethiopia's emerging tech scene and raises concerns about government control over information.
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