“Vladimir Putin lashes out at YouTube for slowing speeds in Russia amid tensions with US tech giants”

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused YouTube of intentionally slowing down internet speeds in Russia, as tensions between the country and US tech companies continue to escalate.

In a fiery speech, Putin lashed out at YouTube, claiming that the popular video-sharing platform was deliberately throttling internet speeds in Russia in an attempt to undermine the country’s sovereignty.

“This is a clear act of aggression against our nation,” Putin declared. “YouTube is trying to control what information our citizens have access to, and we will not stand for it.”

The Russian leader’s accusations come amidst a broader crackdown on US tech companies in the country, with the Russian government recently imposing fines on social media giants like Facebook and Twitter for failing to comply with strict new laws regulating online content.

YouTube has denied the allegations, insisting that they do not engage in any form of internet throttling. However, Putin’s accusations have sparked concern among Russian internet users, many of whom rely on YouTube for news and entertainment.

The escalating tensions between Russia and US tech companies are likely to have far-reaching implications for the future of internet freedom in the country. As the standoff continues, it remains to be seen how Russian authorities will respond to what they perceive as a brazen attack on their sovereignty.