IV. Research Findings Through an in-depth analysis of interview data and FGDs, we have outlined a structure below that examines journalists’ key practices and perceptions regarding digital security. Our starting point was an exploration of journalists’ reflections on the current state of Myanmar, revealing that a pervasive state of fear significantly influences their work, affecting not only their professional activities but also their personal identities. The following subsections will delve into three areas. First, we will examine the general state of fear, providing an overview of the current situation in Myanmar as experienced by journalists. Second, we will explore journalists’ perceived threats and risks, investigating how these fears translate into their daily habits and actions. These threats and risks are categorised into five areas: (1) identity risks; (2) travel risks; (3) low-tech and analogue inspections; (4) crowdsourced surveillance; and (5) limited support from media houses. A significant finding is the military junta’s reliance on physical inspection and human surveillance networks over the high-tech digital authoritarianism highlighted in various reports, suggesting the need to revisit our approach to security in Myanmar. We then explore journalists’ perspectives and approaches to their security. We explore the gaps between physical and digital security by examining journalists’ tactical responses to immediate security challenges, the impossibility of migration to secure channels, and the importance of maintaining an appearance of normalcy. Following this, we briefly review various additional security practices. Finally, we discuss the existing support available to journalists in Myanmar. 19