NetMission Case Study Series 2024 – The Evolution of Digital Public Infrastructure in India and the Complex Interplay of AI in Targeted Advertising

Case Study 1: AI Use Case(s): DPG & DPI Introduction Digital inclusion, in the 21st century, is a concept that operates under the guise of Industry 4.0. The Henry Ford notion of customers adjusting their tastes to the product is no longer feasible; products must be flexible and fit following the needs of the customer […]

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Blockchain for Decolonization – Yukako Ban

Our history is a tapestry woven with the threads of human connection, from ancient migrations out of Africa to the complex trade networks of the Silk Road and beyond. As technology evolves, our world grows smaller, bringing distant communities closer than ever. Yet, the shadows of colonialism linger in our modern society, influencing social structures […]

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NetMission Case Study Series 2024 – Cybersecurity Challenges in South Asia: India’s Largest Data Breaches and Cyberattack on Pakistan’s National Institutional Facilitation Technologies

Case Study 1: India’s Largest Data Breach: Aadhaar Details of 81.5 Crore People Data Leaked on Dark Web In the largest data breach in India, personal details of over 81.5 crore Indians, sourced allegedly from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), were leaked online. The breach, initially noticed by Resecurity, an American cybersecurity and […]

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Understanding Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainability in Internet Governance

In today’s digital age, the Internet is a foundation for worldwide communication, trade, and connectivity. However, as the digital landscape changes, it is becoming increasingly important to address the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and sustainability in Internet governance. This blog article discusses the significance of these ideas and how they might be applied to create […]

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NetMission Case Study Series 2024 – Unveiling Digital Dangers: Examining Online Harassment in Pakistan and Internet Shutdowns in Gaza

Case Study 1: Pakistan – Online Harassment of Women in Pakistan Abeera, a 14-year-old girl residing in Pakistan, fell victim to non-consensual sharing of intimate images in 2012. Over the span of eight years, she endured severe psychological distress and daily torment because of blackmail and harassment. This case study explores the ordeal Abeera has […]

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