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Learning to Build and Use the Internet in Rhino Refugee Camp
Connectivity in Uganda’s Rhino Camp Refugee Settlement is unreliable and expensive, limiting access to education, healthcare, and employment.We partnered with CETA to train residents on bringing connectivity to their community and the skills necessary to build and use the Internet.
Why the UN’s Next Decision on Internet Governance Matters for Everyone
If you include the best expertise from across disciplines and regions in the decision-making process, you can solve hard problems.Hear from our president and CEO, Sally Wentworth, on why it’s critical that countries reaffirm their support for the multistakeholder model
Your Internet Access Is at Risk. We’re Speaking Up
The US Supreme Court will soon consider a case that could fundamentally change how you access the Internet and affect everyone who uses it. Today, the Internet Society filed an amicus brief in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment, a
Everyone at the Table: Shaping the Internet Through Collaboration
Over the past 20 years, we’ve participated in valuable conversations and information-sharing sessions at global and regional Internet Governance Forums, and we’ve seen these discussions create real change.
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
Rural Development Special Interest Group Organizes Internet Connectivity Tag 2019
In November, the Internet Society Rural Development Special Interest Group (RD SIG) organized an event called the Internet Connectivity Tag …
IoT Security Policy Platform Wants to Raise the Bar On Global IoT Security
By next year, five Internet of Things (IoT) devices are projected to be in use for every person on the …
Celebrating National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Every October, we mark National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. From the U.S. Department of Homeland Security website, “Held every October, National …
IoT Privacy for Policymakers: Solutions Need Informed Discussion
The consumer Internet of Things market is growing exponentially – one prediction suggests that people will be using 25 billion …
Accessible, Clear, and Appropriate: An Open Letter to Amazon on Privacy Policies
With great power comes great responsibility. Online marketplaces, such as Amazon, are becoming increasingly common. But can consumers count on …
The Internet of Things: Connecting the Dots to Become a Smart Consumer
According to a recent survey conducted by Consumers International and the Internet Society, 63% of consumers think the way Internet-connected …
Uruguay Joins Others Taking Action to Strengthen IoT Security
The use of Internet of Things devices has substantially increased in recent years and the trends indicate that the number …
Your Voice Matters: The World Can Learn from Canada’s Inclusive Solutions to Make Citizens Safer Online
Canada has shown great leadership in its innovative approach to secure our connected future by drawing on the diverse strengths, …
Talking Internet of Things in Canada at IoT613 This Week
This week, 8-9 May, we’ll be at IoT613 in Ottawa, Canada, talking about our work on “Trust by Design” – …
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