Putin Calls for Slowing Down Access to Microsoft, Zoom in Russia

Putin Wants to Slow Down Microsoft and Zoom in Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that popular services like Microsoft and Zoom should have their speeds reduced, or ‘throttled’, within Russia. He made this statement during a meeting with government officials, emphasizing the need to prioritize Russian-made software.

Putin’s comments come amid escalating tensions between Russia and the West, particularly surrounding the ongoing war in Ukraine. There have been numerous sanctions imposed on Russia by Western countries, and some tech giants have already pulled out of the country.

While Putin didn’t explicitly state why he believes these services should be slowed down, it’s widely speculated that his move is an attempt to boost the use of domestic Russian technology and minimize reliance on foreign companies.