Iranian Chamber Official: Daily Internet Outage Losses Reach $80 Million
Afshin Kalahi, the head of the Knowledge-Based Economy Commission at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, has provided a detailed assessment of the economic impact caused by frequent internet disruptions in Iran. According to his announcement, the direct financial losses incurred daily due to these outages are estimated to range between $30 million and $40 million. However, when indirect losses are taken into account, the total economic damage significantly increases. Kalahi stated that the combined direct and indirect losses amount to approximately $70 million to $80 million per day. This revelation highlights the severe strain that connectivity issues place on the country's knowledge-based sectors and broader economy. The statement underscores the growing concern among business leaders regarding the sustainability of digital infrastructure and its critical role in maintaining economic stability. By quantifying the financial toll, the Chamber aims to draw attention to the urgent need for reliable internet access to support commercial activities and mitigate further economic degradation.
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Iranian Chamber Official: Daily Internet Outage Losses Reach $80 Million
Afshin Kalahi, the head of the Knowledge-Based Economy Commission at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, has provided a detailed assessment of the economic impact caused by frequent internet disruptions in Iran. According to his announcement, the direct financial losses incurred daily due to these outages are estimated to range between $30 million and $40 million. However, when indirect losses are taken into account, the total economic damage significantly increases. Kalahi stated that the combined direct and indirect losses amount to approximately $70 million to $80 million per day. This revelation highlights the severe strain that connectivity issues place on the country's knowledge-based sectors and broader economy. The statement underscores the growing concern among business leaders regarding the sustainability of digital infrastructure and its critical role in maintaining economic stability. By quantifying the financial toll, the Chamber aims to draw attention to the urgent need for reliable internet access to support commercial activities and mitigate further economic degradation.
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