Welcome to the eighth edition of NetMission news and policy digest, where we transform some tech news and policy updates of the month into a bite-size reader for you. This article introduces the submarine communication cable system and its latest developments in the APAC region. On January 17, the Global Digital Inclusion Partnership published a […]
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NetMission Academy 2024 Session 5: Digital Economy and Emerging Technologies
The NetMission Academy’s fifth session on “Digital Economy and Emerging Technologies”, held on February 1, 2024, was a dynamic exploration moderated by Bea Guevarra and Qurra Tul Ain Nisar. Kicking off with an insightful presentation by our participants Khushbakht, Sameer Gahlot, Nur Adlin Hanisah Shahul Ikram, and Jack Kelliher from Working Group 5, the session […]
Summary: Regional Consultation for the UNESCO 2024 GEM Report
On 18th January 2024, The Pranava Institute hosted a Regional Consultation for the UNESCO 2024 GEM Report. Youth leaders from major South Asian jurisdictions like India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Pakistan & British Indian Ocean Territory were invited as participants in the consultation event. The consultation aimed to engage young leaders from […]
Breaking the Network: Uncovering the Reality of Internet Shutdowns and the Fight for Online Freedom – Nawal Munir Ahmad
In the landscape of our digitally-driven era, the Internet has emerged as a crucial cornerstone of daily life, offering an indispensable platform for communication, education, and economic activities. Yet, the growing trend of Internet shutdowns by governments worldwide is raising alarming concerns about the intricate balance between state authority and individual rights. This blog delves […]
NetMission Academy 2024 Session 4: Cybersecurity, Privacy & Safer Internet – Summary
The NetMission Academy’s fourth session on “Cybersecurity, Privacy & Safer Internet” was successfully organized on January 25, 2024. The session ran smoothly thanks to the facilitation of Luke Teoh and Qurra Tul Ain Nisar. The assigned working group presented two case studies: (1) Aadhaar Data Breach (2) The 2023 NIFT Cybersecurity Breach, and also fruitful […]