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Russian President Vladimir Putin is currently on a visit to India. His image in world politics is that of a very influential leader, but one of his habits always surprises people. He neither uses internet nor uses smartphone. This reason for maintaining distance from modern technology is hidden in an old belief of his.
According to the report of The Guardian, Putin has said on many forums that the entire internet system has developed under the supervision of America. In a press meeting held in St. Petersburg, he had said that the roots of the Internet are linked to the American agency CIA and they decide its direction. He believes that the Internet is such a platform from where the activities of the world can be easily monitored.
Snowden’s revelations increased Russia’s vigilance
Putin’s suspicions became stronger after spying on the secret information given by Edward Snowden. Snowden had told that America’s security agencies record the activities of people around the world through big tech companies. Putin believes that the national security of a country can be affected by taking advantage of the weaknesses of the Internet.
Why does Russia want its own internet?
Putin has long held the view that Russia should create an Internet system that runs under its control. Their logic behind this is that dependence on foreign servers can endanger the security of the country. Many Russian experts believe that strengthening the local network will reduce risks like external pressure and surveillance.
Does Russia also track people’s movements?
In a TV program, Snowden had asked Putin whether Russia also keeps digital surveillance on its citizens. On this, Putin laughingly said that Russia does not have the capacity and huge budget as America. His answer was considered half joke and half hint, as if he did not want to discuss this topic in depth.
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