Autistici/Inventati Collective to Shut Down Amid Increasing Pressures

The Autistici/Inventati collective, a long-standing provider of privacy-friendly and autonomous digital services, has announced it will be shutting down its operations. The group cited growing legal and security risks that endanger its users and community members as the primary reason for the decision. Since being labeled a global terrorist organization, the collective has strived to maintain its mission of offering secure, non-commercial digital tools. However, the current political climate and the threat of disproportionate repression have made it impossible to continue safely. The collective emphasized that it will not ask for sacrifices from its members or users, prioritizing their safety above all. The shutdown marks the end of 25 years of service, during which the collective built a privacy-conscious infrastructure and fostered human networks committed to digital autonomy. Users are advised to back up their data, including blogs, mailboxes, and websites, as the collective anticipates potential disruptions similar to the recent inaccessibility of the autistici.org domain. While the collective’s services will cease, it encourages its community to remain resilient and continue advocating for digital rights and privacy. The group’s message concludes with a call to "stay human," underscoring the importance of solidarity and resistance in challenging times.