Russia Just Banned PyPI, Because Coding Is Apparently Too Dangerous
In a move that screams 'we love living in the 90s,' Russia has decided that the global repository for Python packages is a national security threat. It’s almost impressive how quickly they are speed-running the return to the digital stone age.
Access to PyPI, the central hub where every Python developer grabs the tools to build literally anything, has been restricted across Russia. This isn't just about some obscure website; it is the oxygen supply for modern software development, from basic web apps to the latest AI models.
The block is affecting both individual developers and major hosting providers, turning standard pip install commands into a game of digital roulette. The repository is now largely unreachable within the country, forcing developers to scramble for mirrors or proxy workarounds while their infrastructure slowly suffocates.
This is a masterclass in technological self-sabotage, proving that if you can't control the code, you might as well just cut the power to the library. The irony of trying to build a 'sovereign' tech future while simultaneously deleting the world's largest library of pre-written software is simply delicious.
Source: PyPI
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