A Shield in Uncertain Times: The Role of Encryption
Encryption keeps us safe in uncertain times.
internet governance
The Dog that Caught the Car: Britain's 'World-Leading' Internet
Billed as a “world-leading” child-protection law, the UK’s Online Safety Act has instead normalized surveillance and ID checks. “Tech policy wonk" Heather Burns writes that the model is spreading across the Atlantic, where politicians see a ready-made tool for censorship and control.
Europe's Digital Sovereignty: Is the Political Will Ever Coming?
Eight years ago, Europe declared digital sovereignty a priority, but is it now out of reach?
Four Responses on the Future of Internet Governance
Submitted as part of the WSIS+20 review process, which marks twenty years since the original World Summit on the Information Society.
Big Tech Redefined the Open Internet to Serve Its Own Interests
Big Tech companies have redefined terms like “openness” and “free expression” to support business models built on centralization and data monetization.
The UK Online Safety Act: Ofcom’s Age Checks Raise Concerns
New UK rules require “highly effective” age checks for adult content online, but the proposed methods risk undermining privacy, excluding vulnerable users, and expanding surveillance infrastructure.
If It Breaks Wikipedia, It’s Probably Bad Policy
One Simple Test to Try Before Regulating the Internet.