Nepal Blocks Facebook, X, Youtube and Others Social Media Apps
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Nepal has blocked several social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube, sparking discussion about the country's social media regulations and the implications for allowed platforms.
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alephnerdAuthor
4 months ago
The only social media platforms allowed at this point are TikTok, Viber, Witk, Nimbuzz, and Popo Live as they have registered and provided a government liason with whom the Nepali government can initiate takedowns.
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