The ongoing debate surrounding Cloudflare's actions to block piracy shield domains and IP addresses has raised concerns regarding internet freedom and potential overreach by content delivery networks. Users fear that this might lead to broader censorship, suggesting that if Cloudflare begins banning users and regions more aggressively, it could pave the way for authoritarian measures by states. The risk of increased CDN centralization is significant, as it enables potential manipulation and control over internet access in various countries. Comments reflect a desire for more competition in the CDN market to mitigate centralization risks.