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Theme: Encryption for All – Building Student Advocates for a Safe & Secure Internet” In recognition of Global Encryption Day (21 October), the Internet Society Tanzania Chapter will host a high-impact awareness workshop targeting university and college students across Tanzania. This event is part of the global initiative led by the Global Encryption Coalition to […]

10:00 – 10:15 Bienvenida e inauguración Breve presentación de la importancia del cifrado. Contexto del Día Mundial del Cifrado. 10:15 – 11:50 Conferencia 1: “¿Qué es el cifrado y por qué debería importarte?” Temas: • Explicación simple de qué es el cifrado (end-to-end, en tránsito, en reposo). • Cifrado en apps cotidianas (WhatsApp, Signal, email, […]

[PT-BR] A CriptoFrevo é um evento gratuito, aberto e colaborativo para pensar e experimentar a relação entre tecnologia e cultura, aproximando debates de direitos digitais às expressões culturais populares que vibram em Pernambuco. Realizada desde 2023 pelo Instituto de Pesquisa em Direito e Tecnologia do Recife (IP.rec), a CriptoFrevo tem palestras, oficinas, exibições audiovisuais e […]

The topic “SECURING THE UNSEEN: Encryption’s Role in AI, IoT, and Quantum Threats” describes the essential and evolving role of encryption in protecting modern technology against current and future cyber risks. The post SECURING THE UNSEEN: Encryption’s Role in AI, IoT, and Quantum Threats. appeared first on Global Encryption Coalition.

The Theme of the Event is ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION ON THE PROTECTION OF ENCRYPTION: A FOCUS ON MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES. The program which is in commemoration of the Global Encryption Day 2025 will look at how best to engage marginalized communities on protection of Encryption as it protects them and bridge the gap and improve their Digital […]

Join DNS Africa and partners for a vital, hands-on digital security program designed for African communities. Learn to protect your money, business, and privacy from fraudsters and prying eyes! We start with Mobile Encryption Basics (Thursday, Oct 9), move to Practical Toolkits (Friday, Oct 10), and empower Community Champions through Train-the-Trainer sessions. We cap it […]

Internet društvo Srbije potpisalo je zajedno sa Internet klubom iz Ljiga i Narodnom bibliotekom Osečina Protokol o programskoj saradnji i međusobnoj podršci u ostvarivanju ciljeva Digitalne agende Srbije. Kao deo ove saradnje, Internet društvo Srbije darovalo je Narodnoj biblioteci Osečina specijalizovanu skener ploču sa pripadajućim DSC aparatima i digitalnim memorijskim karticama. Ova skener ploča ima […]

In line with the Global Encryption Day 2025 celebration, Defcomm Solutions is organizing a Hybrid Event that will bring together key stakeholders across Africa including Law Enforcement Agencies, Data Protection Authorities, Investigative Journalists, and Software Developers to discuss the critical role of encryption in shaping Africa’s digital future. Themed “Strong Encryption, Stronger Future: Defending Trust […]

Our global chapters work to keep the Internet a force for good. This brief overview covers just some of the things they achieved in September. The post Community Snapshot—September appeared first on Internet Society.

English is at the bottom of this message. 暗号化とフェミニズム――グローバル暗号化デー(1) 開催方法：オンライン 参加費：無料 (申し込み方法は最後をごらんください) 21日のテーマは、「暗号化とフェミニズム」です。日本では、報道機関や警察 が「秘匿性の高いアプリ」(暗号化通信アプリ)をネット犯罪の温床であるかの ように否定的に報じることをよく目にします。子どもの性的搾取の取り締まり を口実に、暗号化サービスを規制する動きが世界的にも顕著になっています。 結果として、暗号化アプリの利用がためらわれたり、暗号の法的規制を容認す る憂慮すべき世論形成につながりかねません。 親密なパートナーからの暴力、ストーカーやヘイト行為、国家による弾圧など 動機も加害者も様々であっても、被害者となる人たちは、常に、そのコミュニ ケーションを監視され、動静を追跡され、自由に仲間や支援者たちとの連絡を とることを阻止されたりする事態に直面します。こうした場合に、通信の秘密 を防御する手段として暗号化は欠かすことができません。暗号化は人権、特に 監視・虐待・弾圧のリスクにさらされる女性、未成年の若者、ジェンダー多様 性を持つ人々の人権を保護する必須の手段です。残念ながら、こうした暗号の 役割への理解が日本では十分に浸透していません。今回は、最近話題になって いるフェミニズムと暗号化を議論の紹介を通じて、暗号化の重要性を議論しま す。 下記の申し込みフォームから申し込んでください。(アクセスに若干時間がか かるかもしれません) https://pilot.jca.apc.org/nextcloud/index.php/apps/forms/s/Dm3zQdqGjdkA2pyRZYKmJb9t This event is held as a monthly online(jitsi-meet) seminar of JCA-NET. Encryption and Feminism: Global Encryption Day (1) Japanese. No interpretation provided. The theme […]

CryptoCarnival is a vibrant, interactive fair celebrating the power and importance of encryption in our digital lives. Designed to engage people of all ages, it brings together tech enthusiasts, policymakers, students, and civil society under one roof. With live demos, hands-on activities, games, and expert talks, CryptoCarnival makes complex encryption concepts accessible and fun. It’s […]

Join EPIC on Global Encryption Day to examine recent attacks that have exposed our phone and text messaging systems, how these devastating attacks exploited encryption backdoors Congress created 30 years ago, and to discuss what it will take to secure these systems again. Our discussion will focus on the 2024 Salt Typhoon attack involving a […]

On the occasion of Global Encryption Day 2025, the Internet Society Nepal Chapter (Open Internet Nepal) is hosting a critical public awareness and advocacy event on October 8, 2025. This collaborative initiative seeks to democratize understanding of end-to-end encryption (E2EE) and highlight it as a fundamental digital right for all Nepalis, regardless of technical background […]

We’re proud to announce that Global Encryption Day 2025 will take place on October 9–10, 2025, at Lagos City College Sabo Yaba lagos State and NIIT Port Harcourt, Rivers State on the 31 October, 2025 Organized by the International Centre for Leadership Development Nigeria (ICLDNG), with support from the Internet Society Internet Society Foundation,, and […]

En Ecuador como en todo el mundo nos preocupamos de la seguridad y confianza de todos en la red. La encriptación es esencial para asegurar ambas condiciones y eso lo resaltaremos nuevamente este 2025 en el GED Ecuador 2025 The post GED ECUADOR 2025 appeared first on Global Encryption Coalition.

The Internet Society Foundation is proud to announce funding for 11 new projects in six countries as part of its Strengthening Communities, Improving Lives and Livelihoods (SCILLS) grant program. The grants, totaling USD $ 2.7 million will support community-led initiatives in Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Ghana, Indonesia, and Senegal. The SCILLS grant program is dedicated to […]

New research shows that eight popular, commercial VPN apps operate deceptively, exposing more than 700 million users to authoritarian surveillance.

After a long hiatus, we are reviving the Hawaii Chapter of the Internet Society. Please be patient as we build out this site. In the meantime, if you are looking for more information about the Internet Society and want to join, membership is free. As we develop this site, please check back here for more […]

Over the next year, the “Digital Transformations of Libraries: Building Community Internet Centers” program will be implemented in 15 libraries across the Syunik region. The “Internet Society Armenia Chapter” PO is carrying out the program by introducing a digital management system and providing technical upgrades to libraries operating in the regions. The goal is to […]

The technical re-equipment project of the recording studio serving the “Menk” Internet Radio for People with Visual Impairments was implemented in 2024. The project was carried out by the “Internet Society Armenia Chapter” PO with the support of the International Telecommunication Union, aimed at expanding educational and professional opportunities for people with special needs. The […]

Whether internet communication is accessible only to its participants – or to third parties as well – depends on encryption. Encryption is a crucial tool for preventing unauthorized access and ensuring data protection and security. This digital security tool – encryption has various levels and types, which were presented by cybersecurity engineer Areg Shmavonyan during […]

After a long hiatus, we are reviving the Hawaii Chapter of the Internet Society. Please be patient as we build out this site. In the meantime, if you are looking for more information about the Internet Society and want to join, membership is free. As we develop this site, please check back here for more […]

Internet društvo Srbije učestvuje na predstojećem SEEDIG 10 hibridnom skupu koji se održava u Atini, 10. – 11. oktobra 2025. godine. SEEDIG (South Eastern European Dialogue on Internet Governance) predstavlja jedinstvenu regionalnu platformu za razmenu znanja, iskustava i ideja o upravljanju internetom i digitalnim tehnologijama. Agenda ovogodišnjeg događaja obuhvata širok spektar tema i izazova koje […]

ISOC Catalan Chapter organizes an event on October 21 (Encryption Day). The event will be delivered by streaming also. The focus of the talks is about digital identity and credentials in the context of the Catalan community. The post Dia del xifratge (Encryption Day) appeared first on Global Encryption Coalition.

Kijiji Yeetu will host a digital empowerment event in partnership with the Ugunja Youth Parliament, Ugunja Digital Champions, and the newly formed Digital Rights Working Group. The event will gather 100 people, including youth, women, and people with disabilities, for hands-on training in digital safety, encryption tools, ethical technology use, and AI literacy. The goal […]

Governments around the world are considering measures that would weaken encryption in the name of security, from Canada’s Bill C-2 and Bill C-8 to the European Union’s proposed “chat control.” While often presented as tools to fight crime or protect children, such initiatives risk undermining privacy, cybersecurity, and trust in digital infrastructure. This panel will […]

AR aprova resolução incompatível com a aprovação do Chat Control pelo Governo Português – Segundo um artigo publicado pela Associação D3 de Defesa de Direitos Digitais, a Assembleia da República aprovou uma resolução que é incompatível com a votação a favor da proposta Chat Control pelo Governo Português no próximo…

A new game-theoretic model shows that consumer benefits peak at a sweet spot in the number of firms that depends on market size, spectrum, investment efficiency, and user usage.

Op 4 juli 2025 nam ISOC NL-voorzitter Ruben Brave deel aan de strategieklankbordgroep van SIDN in Utrecht, onder leiding van Haroon Sheikh. De bijeenkomst vond plaats onder Chatham House Rules, maar de kernboodschap is duidelijk: in een tijd van AI-teksten, geopolitieke druk en groeiende afhankelijkheid van techreuzen moet .nl méér zijn dan een domeinnaam. Het […]

Het internet verkeert in een permanente crisis. Sociale media zijn niet langer slechts afleiding, maar veroorzaken echte psychische, sociale en politieke schade. In Platform Brutality (Valiz, september 2025) analyseert Geert Lovink hoe algoritmes, datamonetarisatie en verslavingsmechanismen ons gevangen houden in een systeem dat hij omschrijft als brutaal. Zijn oproep: een social media exodus en het […]