Technology expert Arthur Igreja explained to CNN Behind the Scenes the reason why some people are able to access X (formerly Twitter) in Brazil, even after the blockade determined by the Supreme Federal Court (STF) and implemented by Anatel.
According to Igreja, X made a change in the routing that leads to the platform. “X changed its address. So it went to another IP range and people are now able to reach this new address,” explained the specialist.
Contour strategy
In addition to the change in IP address, X also implemented a change in the access path using technology from the company CloudFair.
“It’s as if the company were indicating to the user the route they will take to reach X,” he explained. This strategy allows some users to access the platform, bypassing the restrictions imposed.
The expert highlights that this action demonstrates that X is not only not complying with court orders, but has also found a way to remain online for some Brazilian users.
Complex scenario
The Church warns of the complexity of the situation: “We have a much more complex chessboard. It was already complex, but it becomes even more so.”
He mentions that CloudFlare’s technology is used by several Brazilian government agencies, including GOV.br.
The expert warns that if CloudFlare is notified and also taken offline, there could be “real chaos on the Brazilian internet”. This situation places the authorities in a technical and legal dilemma, since a broader blockade could affect essential services.
With these technical maneuvers, X demonstrates that it has no intention of backing down or reestablishing its representation in Brazil to comply with the court orders. The scenario remains uncertain, awaiting possible new determinations from the STF or actions by Anatel to resolve the issue.
This content was originally published in Expert explains why some people can access X on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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