The hottest Internet Governance Substack posts right now

The concept of a 'network state' is about online communities using blockchain to create their own governments, but it seems unrealistic and poorly thought out.
Balaji Srinivasan, the author, doesn't fully understand what a government should do or the difference between communities and states, focusing instead on tech and crypto ideas.
Despite the book's flaws, it's important to recognize that wealthy tech leaders are taking these ideas seriously, which could pose real risks to society.

National Data Administration in China started coordinating data infrastructure construction in 2023.
China took significant actions in internet governance, such as fines on financial platforms and AI-generated content regulations.
Important events included new regulations on cyberviolence management and the first AI text-to-image infringement case in China.

There is a growing concern about powerful interests in technology and media that can control online content and silence dissent. People are worried that without organized action, the internet could become less free.
The Kiwi Farms forum has shown how sharing information online can impact reputations significantly. When people share thoughts and stories freely, it can create lasting effects, especially on influential figures.
The anti-censorship movements often lack coordination and resources compared to pro-censorship groups. This makes it hard for them to effectively combat censorship efforts that threaten open dialogue online.

There are doubts about Russia's readiness to operate its own internet independently, despite claims of conducting a test cutoff.
Debates over internet governance and fragmentation are ongoing, with Russia seeking ITU oversight instead of a multi-stakeholder approach.
Some cybersecurity awards programs may be more about advertising than indicating actual excellence in cybersecurity.

Measuring web traffic is crucial for digital properties to understand visitor demographics and behavior.
Measuring web traffic is challenging due to decentralized internet infrastructure and complex metric standardization.
Commercial data providers struggle to accurately estimate web traffic, showing the difficulty in obtaining precise data.

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Website attacks and cybersecurity discussions between Vietnamese and Chinese hackers have been on the rise, reflecting a growing interest in the field of information security.
The ease of hacking into websites highlights the lack of focus on cybersecurity measures by website managers.
Investing in cybersecurity education and specialized monitoring systems for targeted attacks is crucial for effective defense against cyber threats.

Microsoft's lax security practices led to a hack, prompting a call for investigation by US government agencies.
Recommendation to limit FBI's access to 702 data only for foreign intelligence purposes is supported.
Cheerful news includes Azure's enhanced security features, Google's bug collision trend, and new supply chain analysis tools.

Invest in building a team of highly skilled cybersecurity experts as the key to ensuring national cybersecurity.
Enhance cybersecurity education in schools and public awareness through media to promote safe internet usage and protect against cyber threats.
Establish a Trusted Computing Base to increase the integrity of components and develop solutions for secure communication channels.

Being a Bangladeshi 'like' farmer entails physically clicking fake Facebook likes. The job might not be as bad as portrayed in the media.
The Internet lacks democracy, but there's a proposal to introduce direct online voting to enhance democratic participation.
Virtual Reality, beyond its entertainment value, has the potential to be used for inflicting torture and pain.