US to livestream execution, testing Southeast Asia's online content limits
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The US government plans to livestream the execution of a former Army member convicted in a 2009 mass shooting. This decision raises questions about how well Southeast Asian governments can block graphic content online.
Analysts say authorities may be able to restrict access to the live stream itself. However, stopping the spread of clips and edited copies on social media will be much harder.
The issue became more urgent on Tuesday after Australia's Environment Minister...