The Controversy Surrounding the UK Online Safety Act: Balancing Protection and Freedom of Speech Britain’s recently enacted Online Safety Act, aimed at protecting children online and cracking down on illegal digital content, has sparked a heated debate around the delicate balance between safeguarding internet users and upholding freedom of speech. The legislation, which holds tech […]
Digital rights under threat: Global majority communities call for inclusive solutions at IGF 2025
Digital Rights Under Threat: Global Majority Communities Advocate for Inclusive Solutions at IGF 2025 The rapid advancement of digital technologies is reshaping societies worldwide, offering unprecedented opportunities for communication, innovation, and economic growth. However, this digital revolution has also brought to light significant challenges, particularly concerning the protection of fundamental rights in the online realm. […]
Internet Governance Forum marks 20 years of reshaping global digital policy
Internet Governance Forum Marks 20 Years of Reshaping Global Digital Policy The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) has been a pivotal player in shaping global digital policy for the past two decades. Established as a platform for multistakeholder dialogue on internet governance issues, the IGF has served as an essential bridge between global policy discussions and […]
Tower of Babel reimagined: IGF 2025 experiment highlights language barriers in internet governance
Tower of Babel Reimagined: IGF 2025 Experiment Highlights Language Barriers in Internet Governance In 2025, the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) embarked on a groundbreaking experiment that shook the foundations of traditional internet governance. Instead of relying on the lingua franca of English, global internet policy experts were challenged to govern in their native languages. The […]
WSIS+20 prepares for Geneva as momentum builds for impactful digital governance
WSIS+20 Gears Up for Geneva: Building Momentum for Effective Digital Governance As the world becomes increasingly interconnected through digital technologies, the need for robust governance frameworks has never been more critical. With the upcoming WSIS+20 high-level event in Geneva on the horizon, stakeholders are gearing up to address key priorities identified during the 2025 Internet […]
UNESCO and ICANN lead push for multilingual and inclusive internet governance
UNESCO and ICANN Lead Push for Multilingual and Inclusive Internet Governance In a rapidly globalizing world, the digital landscape is a powerful tool that has the potential to connect people from all corners of the globe. However, this interconnectedness has often left behind communities that speak languages not widely represented online. In an effort to […]
Kurbalija’s book on internet governance turns 20 with new life at IGF
Kurbalija’s Book on Internet Governance Turns 20 with New Life at IGF Amid rapid digital change and rising AI hype, a familiar voice returns to challenge the buzzwords and bring clarity to the evolving debate. Twenty years ago, Dr. Jovan Kurbalija, a renowned expert on internet governance, penned a groundbreaking book that laid the foundation […]
WGIG reunion sparks calls for reform at IGF 2025 in Norway
WGIG Reunion Sparks Calls for Reform at IGF 2025 in Norway In a world where digital power dynamics are constantly shifting and global tensions are on the rise, the recent reunion of internet governance pioneers at the Working Group on Internet Governance (WGIG) has reignited a crucial debate over who truly holds the reins in […]
Grassroots internet governance faces crossroads at IGF 2025
Grassroots Internet Governance at a Crossroads: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in the Era of IGF 2025 The landscape of internet governance is rapidly evolving, with grassroots initiatives playing a crucial role in shaping the future of the digital realm. As we look ahead to the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in 2025, these grassroots movements find […]
Civil society pushes for digital rights and justice in WSIS+20 review at IGF 2025
Civil Society Champions Digital Rights and Justice at WSIS+20 Review during IGF 2025 As global civil society leaders converge to reshape the digital rights landscape, their bold proposals signal a pivotal moment in the future of internet governance. The World Summit on the Information Society plus 20 (WSIS+20) review at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) […]