GitHub has announced a significant development in providing unrestricted access to its platform for developers in Iran, following the acquisition of a license from the US government. This change reverses the restrictions imposed in 2019 due to US sanctions, which had previously limited GitHub's ability to offer services to developers in certain countries. GitHub has worked diligently with the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) over two years to advocate for wider access, emphasizing the platform's role in fostering global progress, communication, and the US policy of free speech and information flow. The lifting of restrictions allows full access to all GitHub services for individuals and organizations in Iran, including both free and paid options. GitHub is continuing efforts to secure similar permissions for developers in other sanctioned regions, such as Crimea and Syria, aiming for comprehensive collaboration opportunities for all developers worldwide.