Is the Blackberry too secure for government intervention?
Saudi Arabia was supposed to cut off Blackberry service today, but so far there hasn’t been a major interruption to service. The governments of the U.A.E and Saudi Arabia are pressuring the company that owns Blackberry to give up proprietary information. Meanwhile, the U.S. state department is also getting involved. The BBC’s Middle East business correspondent, Ben Thompson reports from Dubai.
There is no paywall on the story you just read because a community of dedicated listeners and readers have contributed to keep the global news you rely on free and accessible for all. Will you join the 226 donors who have supported The World so far? From now until Dec. 31, your gift will help us unlock a $67,000 match. Donate today to double your impact!