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Government Internet Shutdowns Cost $7.69 Billion in 2024

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Abstract: Internet Shutdowns: Economic Impact 2024

Pakistan: the single most affected nation ($1.62 billion), followed by Myanmar ($1.58 billion) and Sudan ($1.12 billion).

Asia was by far the most-affected region, thanks to the particularly impactful internet restrictions in Pakistan, Myanmar, Bangladesh and India. These nations were four of the six most-affected countries in 2024.

Myanmar and Azerbaijan: the longest shutdowns imposed this year, totaling over 8,784 hours each in 2024.