When governments tighten internet controls, decentralized networks become more relevant. Uganda's case illustrates this: on December 19, just three weeks before the January 15 election, the country restricted satellite internet imports. Now, approval from military leadership is required for any satellite connectivity equipment. This move raises questions about digital freedom and access—exactly the kind of scenarios crypto and decentralized infrastructure were designed to address. As traditional internet gateways face political restrictions worldwide, alternative connectivity solutions gain urgency. Whether it's satellite networks or decentralized protocols, the underlying debate remains: who controls your access to information?