NetMission Digests have made it to double-digit as we continue to transform recent tech news and policies into a byte-size reader for you. On this occasion, we will be publishing two issues regarding network usage fees, also referred to as “network/infrastructure cost-sharing,” “fair contribution,” and “fair share.” At last year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC), “fair […]
Inputs to Human Rights Council resolution 51/10 on cyberbullying against persons with disabilities
The following content was submitted by NetMission.Asia on March 7, 2024, in response to OHCHR’s call for inputs for the preparation of a thematic report on countering cyberbullying against persons with disabilities. Introduction: Cyberbullying Impact on Persons with Disabilities Cyberbullying, characterized by sharing harmful, false, and shameful information online, significantly affects the mental health of […]
Comments on the Possible Structural Elements of the Global Digital Compact
As the process towards a Global Digital Compact (GDC) advances, the co-facilitators – the Permanent Missions of Sweden and Zambia to the United Nations – have published in their letter dated February 23, 2024, shared structural elements for a Global Digital Compact based on the input provided during the consultations on February 12 and 13, […]
Hackers with a Cause: Navigating the Ethics of Hacktivism in Cyberspace – Caresse Tan
What is Hacktivism? Stemming from the words “Hack” and “Activism”, hacktivism is generally understood as the illegal or legally ambiguous use of hacking techniques to achieve a specific political agenda. Examples of techniques employed by hacktivists include website defacements, distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks and leaking private information. #OpsWakeUp21 by Hacktivist Group “Anonymous Malaysia“ To provide […]
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence: Shaping the Future of the Digital Economy
In this digital landscape for the economy, AI is one thing that stands out as a revolutionary force, propelling humanity into uncharted territory. The rise of artificial intelligence has become a defining feature in influencing the future of the digital economy, transforming how firms operate, connect, and create. The incorporation of AI has resulted in […]