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2025-11-29 04:24:34

Russia just drew a hard line with Meta: hand over user data for criminal investigations, or WhatsApp gets the boot nationwide.

The demand? Full compliance with local laws, including turning over information in crime and terrorism cases. Moscow's already throttling some WhatsApp features, and now they're threatening a total blackout if Meta doesn't play ball.

This isn't just about one app—it's another chapter in the ongoing battle over data sovereignty and who controls digital communication channels. Decentralized alternatives suddenly looking more appealing?

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MidnightTrader

· 12-01 01:15

Ha, Russia really dares to play, directly confronting Meta. Data sovereignty indeed needs to be taken seriously, but this trap seems a bit familiar. Decentralization solutions sound appealing, but how do they actually work... It's another great power game, and we users are still stuck in the middle. Meta probably has to think seriously this time, or it will really be over.

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GasFeeCrybaby

· 11-30 04:26

Haha, Russia's move is tough, Meta really can't open the back door this time. This is why we need true Decentralization, otherwise we'll always be choked. Banning WhatsApp? Signal can just To da moon. It's the old trick of data sovereignty again, centralized applications have this drawback. No matter how amazing Meta is, it can't escape the regulation of various countries; what needs to be paid must be paid. It's really time for a completely uncensored communication tool. This wave has shown me the value of encryption communication. Russia is playing it cool, directly threatening to ban; big tech companies have to bow their heads. I said it, those using Telegram and Signal are laughing now. Whoever controls the data is the master, wake up everyone.

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ColdWalletGuardian

· 11-29 04:54

Uh... they're starting to play that data coercion game again, Russia is serious this time. Meta will have to compromise, otherwise WhatsApp will be doomed over there. It's about time to try something like Signal, it's definitely better. Is it reasonable for the government to demand data? Hard to say. Decentralization, decentralization, it's easier said than done. It feels like big countries are all doing this, the internet hasn't been free for a long time. Banning WhatsApp will really force a bunch of new players to emerge. That's why we need truly autonomous and controllable solutions. It's the same old routine, either you give up the data or you get banned, there's no third option.

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TokenDustCollector

· 11-29 04:52

Wow, here we go again, Russia's move is really ruthless. data sovereignty should have exploded a long time ago, Meta is doomed no matter what choice they make. Can Decentralization save the world? I think it's unlikely. Banning WhatsApp? Haha, the public is going to flee. It's the same old trick, threatening with a knife over data. Should Meta stand firm or bow down? That's the question. It feels like the entire communication ecosystem is going to be reshuffled. Russia is gradually building its own internet iron curtain. To put it bluntly, it's still a clash between power and privacy. This situation actually presents an opportunity for decentralized applications. The government controls communication channels, it's nice for them but users suffer. Different national conditions, we don't have such hardcore measures here.

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AlwaysQuestioning

· 11-29 04:47

Alright, here we go again, the government wants data from Meta, so they have to obediently hand it over. Russia is openly threatening this time, just banning the apps would suffice. Decentralization really should become popular; if this continues, everyone will have to build their own networks. Meta is caught in the middle, either handing over data or getting banned, truly a dilemma. The cost of Compliance is getting higher and higher, can the internet still be free? That's a question. This tactic should also inspire other platforms, today it's Russia, tomorrow who knows. Data sovereignty is something every country wants to control, poor users. Will apps like Signal and Telegram become even more popular? Who knows. Will other countries follow suit? If so, the network will really become fragmented.

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NFTArtisanHQ

· 11-29 04:44

one might argue the state's move here reads like a contemporary remix of foucault's surveillance apparatus, except now the battleground is encrypted packets instead of panopticons... classic paradigm shift wrapped in geopolitical tension, ngl

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CoffeeNFTrader

· 11-29 04:33

Russia's move is really ruthless, Meta seems to be caught in the middle this time, should we keep the data or not... Disable WhatsApp? Dude should consider switching to Signal now It's again the issue of data sovereignty, every government wants to control user information, can Web3 save the world? Nonsense It looks like centralized applications are really going to become popular, at least no one can easily freeze your account If Meta compromises this time, it would be a disaster for Signal, but if they push back hard, they won't be able to save face... The harsh words released by Russia, 99% will come true... another major platform being restricted The problem of data privacy, ah, it can never be solved, everyone wants to take it, everyone wants to hide it

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MetamaskMechanic

· 11-29 04:32

Let me directly output a few comments: --- Here we go again, Russia wants to install cameras on all platforms. Meta just won't allow it and is going to be banned, really tough. The boundary between information sovereignty and surveillance is becoming increasingly blurred, everyone claims they are right. Switch to Telegram and Signal, it's just a matter of time. Now it’s good, everyone is starting to study Decentralization communication, a pleasant surprise. Russia's move is essentially endorsing encryption and web3. If WhatsApp is completely banned, how many people will have to turn to other software? Traditional communication software is really becoming less effective, p2p is the future.

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