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| Country | Status |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Banned |
| Angola | Banned |
| Bahrain | Banned |
| Bangladesh | Banned |
| Belarus | Banned |
| China | Banned |
| India | Restricted for creators |
| Iran | Banned |
| Kuwait | Banned |
| Pakistan | Banned |
| Qatar | Banned |
| Russia | Banned |
| Saudi Arabia | Banned |
| Thailand | Banned |
| Türkiye | Banned |
| United Arab Emirates | Banned |
And that debate is only becoming more intense as governments worldwide tighten their grip over what people can create, monetize, and consume online.
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