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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Internet Society</title> <atom:link href="https://www.internetsociety.org/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/</link> <description>We are a global charitable organization empowering people to keep the Internet a force for good: open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy.</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:30:32 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <image> <url>https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cropped-ISOC-Symbol-Ground-navy-690px-1-32x32.jpg</url> <title>Internet Society</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>A New Internet Era for the Philippines</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/03/a-new-internet-era-for-the-philippines/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Benjz Gerard Sevilla]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 17:36:02 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Growing the Internet]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=221486</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manila-Philippines-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="People walking down the street in Manila" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manila-Philippines-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manila-Philippines-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manila-Philippines-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manila-Philippines-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Manila-Philippines.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> In the Philippines, connectivity legislation called聽Konektadong Pinoy聽is nearing passage and poised to bring Internet connectivity to rural communities. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/03/a-new-internet-era-for-the-philippines/">A New Internet Era for the Philippines</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Community Snapshot鈥擣ebruary</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/03/community-snapshot-february/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susannah Gray]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:55:29 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapters]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SIG]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=221174</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="112" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lebanon_Chapter-250x112.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Group photo of the Internet Society Lebanon Chapter" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lebanon_Chapter-250x112.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lebanon_Chapter-450x201.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lebanon_Chapter-1024x457.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lebanon_Chapter-768x343.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lebanon_Chapter.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Here's a look at everything the Internet Society chapters accomplished in the month of February 2025. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/03/community-snapshot-february/">Community Snapshot鈥擣ebruary</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>How the South Sudan Chapter Mobilized to Keep the Internet On</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/03/how-the-south-sudan-chapter-mobilized-to-keep-the-internet-on/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susannah Gray]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:04:51 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapters]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Shutdowns]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=221008</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="113" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/south-sudan-chapter-250x113.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Group photo of South Sudan Chapter" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/south-sudan-chapter-250x113.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/south-sudan-chapter-450x203.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/south-sudan-chapter-1024x462.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/south-sudan-chapter-768x346.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/south-sudan-chapter.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> On 22 January 2025, the National Communications Authority of the Republic of South Sudan instructed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across the country to begin blocking TikTok and Facebook for a minimum of 30 days, with the potential to extend this up to 90 days. The justification was to prevent the further distribution of graphic content […] The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/03/how-the-south-sudan-chapter-mobilized-to-keep-the-internet-on/">How the South Sudan Chapter Mobilized to Keep the Internet On</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Advancing the WSIS Vision Together</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/advancing-the-wsis-vision-together/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mona Gaballa]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:58:42 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Internet Governance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=220203</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="107" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wsis-hall-250x107.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="View of conference hall at WSIS" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wsis-hall-250x107.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wsis-hall-450x193.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wsis-hall-1024x440.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wsis-hall-768x330.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/wsis-hall.jpg 1280w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> As we approach WSIS+20, it's time to reaffirm our commitment to a people-centric, inclusive, and development-oriented information society. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/advancing-the-wsis-vision-together/">Advancing the WSIS Vision Together</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Internet Society Appoints Dr. Gonzalo Camarillo to IETF LLC Board</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/internet-society-appoints-dr-gonzalo-camarillo-to-ietf-llc-board/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Ted Hardie]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:47:46 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[About Internet Society]]></category> <category><![CDATA[IETF]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ISOC Board]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=220026</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Gonzalo-IETF-250x115.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Headshot of Gonzalo Camarillo and IETF LLC logo" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Gonzalo-IETF-250x115.png 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Gonzalo-IETF-450x206.png 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Gonzalo-IETF-1024x469.png 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Gonzalo-IETF-768x352.png 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Gonzalo-IETF.png 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> The Internet Society Board of Trustees announces the appointment of Dr. Gonzalo Camarillo to the Board of Directors of the IETF LLC. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/internet-society-appoints-dr-gonzalo-camarillo-to-ietf-llc-board/">Internet Society Appoints Dr. Gonzalo Camarillo to IETF LLC Board</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Community Snapshot鈥擩anuary</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/community-snapshot-january/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susannah Gray]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:27:08 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community Projects]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapters]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SIG]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=219787</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morocco-Chapter-Anniversary-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="The Internet Society Morocco Chapter celebrates their 30th anniversary" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morocco-Chapter-Anniversary-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morocco-Chapter-Anniversary-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morocco-Chapter-Anniversary-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morocco-Chapter-Anniversary-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morocco-Chapter-Anniversary.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> The Internet Society community works tirelessly to defend the Internet locally, regionally, and globally. Here鈥檚 a brief snapshot of what鈥檚 been happening over the last month around the world.聽 The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/community-snapshot-january/">Community Snapshot鈥擩anuary</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>From Cyber Caf茅 to Digital Revolution: The Story of Joseph Bishi and Murambinda’s Community Network</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/joseph-bishi-and-murambindas-community-network/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Ed Mukoma]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:50:43 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Community Networks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Growing the Internet]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=219702</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph-Bishi-1-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Joseph Bishi at a podium" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph-Bishi-1-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph-Bishi-1-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph-Bishi-1-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph-Bishi-1-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Joseph-Bishi-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Joseph Bishi started with a small cyber caf茅 in Murambinda in 2003. He grew his vision into transformative community network projects that empower rural communities. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/02/joseph-bishi-and-murambindas-community-network/">From Cyber Caf茅 to Digital Revolution: The Story of Joseph Bishi and Murambinda’s Community Network</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Fostering Digital Literacy in Nicaragua</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/fostering-digital-literacy-in-nicaragua/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Susannah Gray]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:52:54 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community Projects]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Growing the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapters]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=218992</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leon-Nicaragua-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="A high view of Leon, Nicaragua" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leon-Nicaragua-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leon-Nicaragua-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leon-Nicaragua-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leon-Nicaragua-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Leon-Nicaragua.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> In August 2024, the Internet Society Nicaragua Chapter bridged the digital divide in the small community of Reparto La Virgen Nueva. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/fostering-digital-literacy-in-nicaragua/">Fostering Digital Literacy in Nicaragua</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Connection for a Cause: One Woman鈥檚 Journey of Digital Empowerment聽</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/connection-for-a-cause-one-womans-journey-of-digital-empowerment/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Celia Richardson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:50:02 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community Networks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Growing the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Training]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=218909</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ruth-Njeri-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Ruth Njeri" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ruth-Njeri-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ruth-Njeri-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ruth-Njeri-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ruth-Njeri-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ruth-Njeri.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Growing up in a small village in Murang鈥檃 County, Kenya, Ruth Njeri had nearly no access to the digital world. Today, she is the lead engineer of the Tanda Community Network in Kibera. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/connection-for-a-cause-one-womans-journey-of-digital-empowerment/">Connection for a Cause: One Woman鈥檚 Journey of Digital Empowerment聽</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Today鈥檚 US Executive Order is a Serious Win for Cybersecurity</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/todays-us-executive-order-is-a-serious-win-for-cybersecurity/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryan Polk]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 21:44:35 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=218657</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/US-White-House-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="The outside of the White House" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/US-White-House-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/US-White-House-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/US-White-House-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/US-White-House-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/US-White-House.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> The United States government is taking a major leap forward for cybersecurity. The聽newly released Executive Order on Strengthening and Promoting Innovation in the Nation鈥檚 Cybersecurity聽calls on the US government to improve the security of its own systems.聽 The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/todays-us-executive-order-is-a-serious-win-for-cybersecurity/">Today鈥檚 US Executive Order is a Serious Win for Cybersecurity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Understanding and Identifying Scams: Digitally Empowering Older Adults in Mexico</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/digitally-empowering-older-adults-in-mexico/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Celia Richardson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:17:22 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Building Trust]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Chapters]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=218561</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jeffry-Speaking-1-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Jeffry Fernandez speaks to a class" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jeffry-Speaking-1-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jeffry-Speaking-1-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jeffry-Speaking-1-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jeffry-Speaking-1-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Jeffry-Speaking-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> There is a generational digital divide, with older adults often lacking the training to use digital tools safely. To help combat this divide, our Mexico chapter organized a series of short courses to help older adults build knowledge, skills, and confidence. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/digitally-empowering-older-adults-in-mexico/">Understanding and Identifying Scams: Digitally Empowering Older Adults in Mexico</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>The Global Impact of a US TikTok Ban聽</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/the-global-impact-of-a-us-tiktok-ban/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Natalie Campbell]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:54:39 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=218425</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="118" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tiktok-app-250x118.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Person holding a smartphone showing opening screen of TikTok app" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tiktok-app-250x118.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tiktok-app-450x213.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tiktok-app-1024x484.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tiktok-app-768x363.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tiktok-app.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> 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 […] The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2025/01/the-global-impact-of-a-us-tiktok-ban/">The Global Impact of a US TikTok Ban聽</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future, IGF 2024</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/12/building-our-multistakeholder-digital-future-igf-2024/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Israel Rosas]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:17:59 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Internet Governance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Governance Forum (IGF)]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=217207</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Riyadh-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="A high-up view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Riyadh-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Riyadh-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Riyadh-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Riyadh-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Riyadh.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Ahead of the 2024 Internet Governance Forum (IGF), we recognize the importance of the multistakeholder approach to Internet governance and including all relevant voices in the discussion. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/12/building-our-multistakeholder-digital-future-igf-2024/">Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future, IGF 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Global Encryption Day Panel Highlights Encryption’s Role in Children’s Online Safety</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/12/encryptions-role-in-childrens-online-safety/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Sharayah Lane]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:50:09 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Encryption]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=217098</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kid-On-Computer-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="The back of a kid's head as he looks at a computer." decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kid-On-Computer-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kid-On-Computer-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kid-On-Computer-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kid-On-Computer-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Kid-On-Computer.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Encryption is a tool that ensures privacy for all online users, including children. In our panel, we heard from online safety around the globe. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/12/encryptions-role-in-childrens-online-safety/">Global Encryption Day Panel Highlights Encryption’s Role in Children’s Online Safety</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Unpacking Internet Governance and Our Work in the United Nations</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/11/unpacking-internet-governance-and-our-work-in-the-united-nations/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mona Gaballa]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:48:36 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Internet Governance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[United Nations]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=216290</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/United-Nations-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="A group of people seated at the United Nations" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/United-Nations-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/United-Nations-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/United-Nations-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/United-Nations-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/United-Nations.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Dive into Internet governance, our work in the United Nations, and multistakeholderism in this Q&A with Mona Gaballa and Israel Rosas. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/11/unpacking-internet-governance-and-our-work-in-the-united-nations/">Unpacking Internet Governance and Our Work in the United Nations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>No Power = No 1s and 0s. Internet Resilience Requires Electrical Resilience</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/11/internet-resilience-requires-electrical-resilience/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dan York]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:28:19 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Measuring the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Reslience]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=216003</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="167" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/tornado-itdrc-1-250x167.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="a road with power lines falling across it after a tornado has been through the area" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/tornado-itdrc-1-250x167.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/tornado-itdrc-1-450x301.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/tornado-itdrc-1-768x514.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/tornado-itdrc-1.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> In the last three months, Ecuador, Kenya, Senegal, and Venezuela have all experienced nationwide power outages related to infrastructure, all of which have disrupted most or all Internet connectivity within the country. The reality is that without electrical power, the Internet we all rely on will not work. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/11/internet-resilience-requires-electrical-resilience/">No Power = No 1s and 0s. Internet Resilience Requires Electrical Resilience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>A World Without the Internet is a Disaster (Movie)</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/10/a-world-without-the-internet-is-a-disaster-movie/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Celia Richardson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:07:29 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[frontpage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Fragmentation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Shutdowns]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=215287</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/theater-seats-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Empty rows of movie theater seats" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/theater-seats-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/theater-seats-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/theater-seats-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/theater-seats-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/theater-seats.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> As the Internet becomes increasingly prominent in our lives, it has also begun to play a larger role in the movies we watch. More and more, in disaster movies, there is a key indicator that something is really wrong and bad things are about to happen: The Internet is down.聽 The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/10/a-world-without-the-internet-is-a-disaster-movie/">A World Without the Internet is a Disaster (Movie)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Take a Step Towards Privacy: Understanding Digital Footprints</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/10/understanding-digital-footprints/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Robin Wilton]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:32:29 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Privacy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Security]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=214901</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="87" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hands-Typing-250x87.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Hands type on a computer keyboard" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hands-Typing-250x87.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hands-Typing-450x156.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hands-Typing-1024x356.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hands-Typing-768x267.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hands-Typing.jpg 1440w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Digital footprints are trails of data that people leave behind as they use the Internet.聽This data contributes to a digital portrait of who we are鈥攐ne that is more public than many people realize.聽 The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/10/understanding-digital-footprints/">Take a Step Towards Privacy: Understanding Digital Footprints</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Internet Exchange Points in Argentina: Network Infrastructure Improves the Balance of Trade</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/10/ixps-in-argentina/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Sebasti谩n Davidovsky]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 16:07:11 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Growing the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Exchange Points]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=214567</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="87" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buenos-Aires-250x87.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="A zoomed-out view of Buenos Aires" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buenos-Aires-250x87.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buenos-Aires-450x156.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buenos-Aires-1024x356.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buenos-Aires-768x267.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Buenos-Aires.jpg 1440w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> Internet Exchange Points (IXPS) have become vital assets in Argentina, where they ensure that data travels seamlessly, efficiently, and at lower costs. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/10/ixps-in-argentina/">Internet Exchange Points in Argentina: Network Infrastructure Improves the Balance of Trade</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Looking Beyond the Global Digital Compact聽</title> <link>https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/09/looking-beyond-the-global-digital-compact/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Mona Gaballa]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[frontpage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Governance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Strengthening the Internet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Internet Governance Forum (IGF)]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internetsociety.org/?p=214387</guid> <description><![CDATA[<img width="250" height="115" src="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/united-nations-with-flags-250x115.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="rows of country flags in front of United Nations building" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/united-nations-with-flags-250x115.jpg 250w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/united-nations-with-flags-450x206.jpg 450w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/united-nations-with-flags-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/united-nations-with-flags-768x352.jpg 768w, https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/united-nations-with-flags.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /> At the United Nations Summit of the Future in September 2024, world leaders adopted the Global Digital Compact. The finalized text presents both opportunities and concerns, and we will continue to advocate for a multistakeholder approach to Internet governance. The post <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org/blog/2024/09/looking-beyond-the-global-digital-compact/">Looking Beyond the Global Digital Compact聽</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.internetsociety.org">Internet Society</a>. ]]></description> </item> </channel> </rss>