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The Global Impact of a US TikTok Ban 

A potential TikTok ban is on the horizon as the United States Supreme Court considers an important decision this week. This case has implications that extend beyond the US and a single app. It affects the security and livelihoods of millions and raises concerns about the future of a free and open Internet. This action […]

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Laat je stem horen bij de EU: Alarmerend – Tech Neocolonialism bedreigt de toekomst van internetgovernance!

Beste leden van de Internet Society Nederland, De toekomst van internetgovernance staat op het spel. Tech Neocolonialism bedreigt de fundamentele principes van een vrij en open internet door digitale infrastructuren, data, en markten te domineren. Grote technologiebedrijven en machtige landen oefenen invloed uit zonder rekening te houden met de autonomie van gemeenschappen, wat leidt tot […]

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‘Zorg voor digitale autonomie, omarm inefficiëntie’ – Bernold Nieuwesteeg treedt toe tot ISOC NL en versterkt samenwerking binnen de New Economy Werkgroep

Met trots verwelkomt ISOC NL Bernold Nieuwesteeg als een nieuw lid. Bernold is geen onbekende voor ISOC NL. Tijdens het recente 25-jarig jubileum van de vereniging speelde hij een actieve rol als panellid. In deze bijzondere bijeenkomst werd stilgestaan bij de ontwikkelingen van het internet en werden toekomstperspectieven besproken. Zijn bijdrage aan het debat benadrukte […]

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Nine Projects Awarded Funding to Expand Internet Access and Connectivity Globally

The Internet Society Foundation is thrilled to reveal the newest round of funding through the Building Opportunities/Leveraging Technologies (BOLT) Grant Program. This year, we are proud to support nine groundbreaking initiatives across various countries, each working to promote Internet access and connectivity for communities worldwide.  Since its inception in 2021, the BOLT program has empowered […]

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WEBCAST JAN 8 – DIPLO 2025 Forecast: AI and Digital Developments

On Wednesday 8 January 2025 at 14:00–15:00 CET (13:00-14:00 UTC) Diplo will present ‘2025 Forecast: AI and Digital Developments‘. Jovan Kurbalija will explore: Geopolitical and geoeconomic trends shaping AI; AI and digital issues on the diplomatic agenda; Transformative use of AI tools in society, business, and diplomacy. Drawing from the key developments of 2024, he […]

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Applications Now Open: Internet Society Foundation’s Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Funding Program

The Internet Society Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its Internet Governance Forum (IGF) funding program. This initiative is designed to support the organization of United Nations IGF Secretariat-recognized National and Regional Initiatives (NRIs) and Schools on Internet Governance (SIGs). This program empowers communities to shape a more equitable and […]

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Funding Opportunity for Technical Communities: STC Applications Now Open

The Internet Society Foundation is excited to announce that applications for its Sustainable Technical Communities (STC) funding program are now open. This program supports the organization of technical events designed to strengthen and sustain local and regional technical communities. These events are essential in building a more resilient and secure Internet through knowledge exchange, capacity […]

Internet Society: Sweden Chapter

SamNet 3 – Save the date

Efter förra SamNet-konferensen så följer vi nu upp med SamNet 3! Uppdatera redan nu din kalender och skriv in: SamNet 3 konferens, under datumet Tisdag den 1:a april 2025. SamNet är en fysisk heldagskonferens om teknik, internet, integritet och decentralisering som är grunden för digitaliseringen av vårt samhälle. SamNet fokuserar på detta från den vanliga samhällsmedborgarens perspektiv, inte från ett kommersiellt eller […]

Internet Society: Panama Chapter

Elecciones 2025 | Candidatos a la Junta Directiva 2025-2027

El Comité de Nominaciones tiene el placer de dar a conocer los nombres de los postulados para las próximas elecciones a la Junta Directiva del Capítulo de Panamá de la Sociedad Internet (ISOC Panamá) para el período 2025-2027, ordenados alfabéticamente por cada cargo. Se eligen 7 personas individualmente en los cargos de Presidente, Vicepresidente, Secretario, […]

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WEBCAST FEB 4 – A11yNYC – Older Adults and Digital Inclusion – Tom Kamber

On Tuesday February 4, 2025 at 7:30pm-8:30pm EST (00:30-01:30 UTC) the Accessibility NYC Meetup (A11yNYC) hosts a meetup ‘Older Adults and Digital Inclusion‘. Tom Kamber, executive director of Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP, will discuss digital participation by older adults in America, including barriers to adoption and inclusion, and what is being done […]

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Extraordinary General Meeting Agenda

After several years of inactivity, we are at last bringing ISocSG back to life. Towards the end of January we’ll hold an in-person AGM which will also include our first on-mission activity for the year, but **before** we can do that we need a brief, online-only EGM to make it possible to complete some regulatory […]

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Happy New Year and Merry Christmas

Dear Compatriots Warmest greetings and heartfelt congratulations on the New Year and Christmas! May 2025 be a year of new opportunities, meaningful achievements, and continuous growth for all of us. Together, let us strive to build an innovative, inclusive, and thriving online community that benefits everyone. With best wishes, “Internet Society Armenia Chapter” PO The […]

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The Future of the Internet: Insights from Our Research Grant Partners

Our Research Grant Program supports global initiatives focused on enhancing our understanding of the Internet and its value to everyone. The “Future of the Internet” interview series showcases innovative ideas contributing to a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable digital future. Through these conversations, we share stories from our research grant partners who are addressing some […]

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ISOC-NY TV: NYC Mesh – Hub Updates + 2024 Year in Review

On Wednesday December 25 2024 the ISOC-NY TV show features presentations from NYC Mesh‘s November Meetup. Learn about the latest infrastructure upgrades in North America’s largest community-owned Internet access network. What: ISOC-NY TV – NYC Mesh – Hub Updates + 2024 Year in Review Where: Manhattan Neighborhood Network When: Wednesday December 25 2024 2pm-3pm EST […]

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ISOC-NY TV: NYC Mesh – Hub Updates + 2024 Year in Review

On Wednesday December 25 2024 the ISOC-NY TV show features presentations from NYC Mesh‘s November Meetup. Learn about the latest infrastructure upgrades in North America’s largest community-owned Internet access network. What: ISOC-NY TV – NYC Mesh – Hub Updates + 2024 Year in Review Where: Manhattan Neighborhood Network When: Wednesday December 25 2024 2pm-3pm EST […]

Internet Society: Kyrgyzstan Chapter

Ысык-Көл облусунда тренингдер башталды

2024-жылдын 18-20-декабрь күндөрү ISOC командасы Ысык-Көлдүн түштүк жээгинде, тактап айтканда, Балыкчы шаарында, Тон, Ак-Суу жана Барскоон айылдарында тренингдерди өткөрдү. Бардык тренингдер райондордун администрацияларынын имараттарында өтүп, долбоордун тарыхында эң көп катышуучуларды тартты. Тренингдерге Өзгөчө кырдаалдар министрлигинин, райондордун администрацияларынын кызматкерлерин жана санариптештирүү бөлүмдөрүнүн башчылары катышты. Катышуучулар тренингдерге топтолуучу суроолор менен келишип, өздөрүнүн иш тажрыйбалары менен бөлүшүүгө даяр […]

Internet Society: US San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

New Board, New Year, New Action!

New Board, New Year, New Action Welcome to (almost) 2025! We may have a few days to go in 2024 but that isn’t slowing our chapter down! We begin with welcoming our new board members, David Issa and Daveed Benjamin. Both David and Daveed are first time board members in our chapter. David has additionally […]

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Global Internet Governance Academic Network (Giganet) Annual Symposium 2024

On December 15, 2024 the Global Internet Governance Academic Network (Giganet) Annual Symposium was held at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Riyadh. Saudi Arabia. Giganet aims to foster multidisciplinary research on internet governance. The symposium serves as a platform for scholars to present and discuss research related to various aspects of internet governance, including […]

European Union Member States Speak Up for Encryption

Global Encryption Coalition members have been closely monitoring the conversations happening in the European Union (EU) surrounding the Child Sexual Abuse Regulation. The Hungarian Presidency, responsible for leading negotiations on the file within the Council of the EU, has attempted numerous votes on the file during its sixth-month presidency. These votes have been unsuccessful, as […]