This paper examines three historical imaginaries associated with encryption, considering how they are intertwined in contemporary policy debates.
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Securitising Putin IV: the rationale behind Russia’s new “digital laws”
In recent years, a myriad of “defensive measures” were implemented by Russia to tighten state control over the internet. Recent laws passed by the State Duma are likely to bring Russia's internet under firm government control.
Papers in this special issue Introducing Australian internet policy: problems and prospects Angela Daly, Queensland University of Technology, Australia Julian Thomas, RMIT University, Australia The passage of Australia’s data retention regime: national security, human rights, and media scrutiny Nicolas Suzor, Queensland University of Technology,
Despite criticism, this charter "is unique in reaching out to engage with much broader audiences than any other digital charter did before," say digital policy advisers von Weizsäcker and Schräpel.
The Russian 'dictatorship-of-the-law' paradigm is all but over: it is deploying online, with potentially harmful consequences for Russia's attempts to attract foreign investments in the internet sector, and for users' rights online.
Decisive report on surveillance shakes up debate in Europe
A committee of the Council of Europe released a report on mass surveillance on 26 January 2015. Some of its recommendations are expected to influence the debate heavily.
The Global Open Data Index 2014 is out. The progress made is not in tune with the rhetoric, reports Monika Ermert.
Brazil-Portugal submarine cable no panacea
There might be a good argument and even a sound business proposal for the Brazil-EU link, but it's not what you think it is.
Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin are often seen as a threat by governmental and financial institutions worldwide. Regulation could help minimise the risks involved. The author explores some legal and self-regulatory precedents from which we can learn.
World internet cup in Brazil - a review
In an ambitious move, the Brazilian government, technical and civil society organised a meeting to address key issues of internet governance. While not everybody was happy with the final result, process-wise it was a landmark meeting.