# Global information access and integrity challenges

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-information-access-and-integrity-challenges
> Updated: 2026-09-28T20:19:28.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Global information access and integrity are facing increasing challenges due to digital disruptions and technological shifts. Documentation from Access Now and the #KeepItOn coalition recorded a record high of 313 internet shutdowns across 52 countries in 2025, which impacts journalism and community communication.

While a UNESCO monitoring report shows that 141 countries have established legal guarantees for access to information, there are significant gaps in practical implementation. Many nations struggle with oversight, resource allocation, and effective data and document management.

Furthermore, the rise of artificial intelligence and algorithms that prioritize indignation over accuracy has created a paradox where increased connectivity is accompanied by heightened vulnerability to misinformation and large-scale falsehoods.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Global information integrity faces threats from AI and internet shutdowns

Experts warn of a global information crisis as internet shutdowns hit record highs and AI-generated falsehoods challenge the integrity of truth and freedom of information.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/global-information-integrity-faces-threats-from-ai-and-internet-shutdowns

### 2026-09-24: Global information access faces record internet shutdowns

Internet shutdowns reached a record high in 2025 with 313 incidents across 52 countries, while UNESCO reports gaps in the enforcement of information access laws globally.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/global-information-access-faces-record-internet-shutdowns

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