YANGON -- Myanmar's military regime forced its controversial Cybersecurity Law into effect on July 30, significantly complicating daily business operations and posing new threats to the digital security and privacy of people within the country.
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The commander-in-chief of Myanmar's armed forces, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing. With the country preparing its first election since the 2021 military takeover, observers worry the new cybersecurity law could be used to silence dissent. © Reuters
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