Internet governance in Pakistan has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. Initially, it was a relatively unknown field, with limited awareness among the general public and policymakers. However, as the Internet became an integral part of daily life, the need for robust governance mechanisms became increasingly evident. The Early Days: A Nascent […]
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Demystifying Content-driven and Technical DNS Abuse – Ahmad Umair Suhaidi
Introduction The Domain Name System (DNS) is the backbone of the Internet, translating human-friendly domain names into Internet Protocol (IP) addresses. However, as with all critical infrastructure, it is constantly exposed to exploitation and abuse that undermine the sanity and safety of its users. In this article, we will dissect two distinct forms of DNS […]
Balancing Innovation and Privacy in IoT – Noor Ul Aaien
“Digital transformation is about becoming ‘digital first’ and data-driven. The IoT is ultimately the provider of that data” explains Steffen Sorrell, a Principal Analyst at Juniper Research. With the rise of technology, a vast network of devices connected by IoT can be seen globally. IoT has enabled pervasive connectivity, allowing various devices to connect and […]
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 […]
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 […]