For the past few weeks, human creativity and innovations were accentuated and reflected upon across the globe as we celebrated World Intellectual Property Day (WIPD) on April 26 and World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) on May 17. Incidentally, both international days this year spotlighted progress made so far and the roads ahead in […]
Asia Pacific Policy Observatory May 2024 Report – Polls, Politics, and Policies: Assessing Impact of 2024 Elections on Digital Development and Internet Governance
This report is the third publication of the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory. With the pivotal 2024 mega elections upon us, analyzing the anticipated impact of digital policies across major Asia Pacific jurisdictions is crucial. This report is intended for policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in the future of digital development in the region. The May […]
NetMission Digest – Issue #14: The Dawn of Predictive AI (Monday, May 06, 2024)
Welcome to the fourteenth issue of NetMission’s news and policy digest, where we transform recent tech news and policy into a bit-size reader for you. In this edition, we will unpack how predictive AI is reshaping the tech industries. Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands as a transformative force, reshaping industries and driving innovation across the globe. […]
Asia Pacific yIGF 2024 Registration is Now Open
Calling all young visionaries and change-makers! Asia Pacific Youth Internet Governance Forum (yIGF.Asia) is an annual meeting and open platform, recognized by the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF), to empower young leaders aged between 18 and 35 to participate in Internet governance discussions. The forum was first initiated by NetMission.Asia in 2010 and continues […]
Deciphering the Complexity of Misinformation: Strategies for Combating Digital Deception in the Information Age
Written by Jenie Fernando In an era where information serves as both a catalyst for progress and a tool for manipulation, the ubiquity of social media platforms has profoundly altered the dynamics of information dissemination. However, amidst the vast expanse of digital content lies a labyrinthine network of misinformation and disinformation, posing multifaceted challenges to […]