Cloudflare, a popular content delivery network (CDN) service, has blocked access to multiple news outlets and websites due to a policy change. The incident occurred after the company updated its IP address policy, which affected several news organizations.
The policy change restricts access to websites based on their IP addresses, rather than relying solely on DNS-based routing. This move has been criticized by some as being overly restrictive and potentially harming free speech online.
Affected news outlets include BBC News, The Guardian, and other major publications. Cloudflare stated that the changes were necessary to prevent abuse of its service and protect its customers.
The incident highlights concerns about internet censorship and the role of private companies in regulating online content.
Source: https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2025/08/14/appropriations-act-millions-medical-funding-al.html