We're excited to announce we've launched 'Voices of the IGF' to collect your IGF stories, experiences & impacts!

We want to hear from you: send us a 60-second video testimonial by 31 May and see it on our platforms.

All details HERE! bit.ly/3Jrhi5n

#IGFVoices

*Deadline Extension for APrIGF Proposal Submissions*

The deadline for APrIGF Proposal submissions has been extended to April 26th, 2024.

More information: ap.rigf.asia/news/2024/apri…

#aprigf2024 #APrIGF #taipei #InternetGovernance #callforproposals #DeadlineExtension

#SDG #Australia : The country has launched a pilot program to introduce digital birth certificates. One of the most notable benefits of digital birth certificates is their ability to simplify access to essential government services. #youthigf #globalyouthigf Theresa Fairman

Swiss Fintech Awards 2024 Announce Top 10 Swiss Fintech Startups
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#fintech #insurtech #insurance #fintech awards #startup Finanz u. Wirtschaft Payrexx.com GenTwo Divizend

🚨Save the date!

🌍Excited to be part of #DRIF24 in Accra, Ghana! Join us on April 23-24 to discuss data rights in Africa and collaborate for positive change. Our team will be speaking on several panels. See you there! #FosteringRightsAndInclusion

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#SDG #UK : Leading British companies have called on the government to back the proposal to create a 'Northern Technology Hub'. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of the North's technology sector, which will challenge London's dominance. #youthigf #globalyouthigf

#Access #DRCongo : En ligne avec le plan numérique national Horizon 2025 du gouvernement congolais, Raxio Group et Ispa ont signé un accord pour créer un internet abordable, fiable et performant. #youthigf #globalyouthigf digitalbusiness.africa/rd-congo-raxio…

Encouraging and enhancing #RoutingSecurity is a top priority for ARIN, with significant work dedicated over the past and coming years to improving our #RPKI and IRR services. Read on the blog about what took place in 2023 and what’s to come in 2024: arin.net/blog/2024/04/0…

#Network #Kenya : The government on Thursday vowed to start local production of fiber optic cables. This will expand #internet connectivity and give citizens access to opportunities in the digital space. #youthigf #globalyouthigf Eliud Owalo, FIHRM, EGH Ministry of Info, Comms & The Digital Economy KE english.news.cn/20240418/d85d4…

#BigTech #China : Apple today removed Telegram Messenger, WhatsApp, threads and Signal from the Chinese App Store. The corporation said it was ordered to remove the apps for national security reasons, without specifying which ones. #youthigf #globalyouthigf

#SDG #Afrique : Starlink suspendra ses services internet dans un certain nombre de pays africains à partir du 30 avril 2024. La fourniture d'internet sera suspendue dans les pays où la société ne dispose pas encore des autorisations nécessaires. #youthigf #globalyouthigf

We don't want to miss out on any of the incredible nominees and the chance to celebrate your CISOs. The submission deadline for the 2024 Swiss CISO Awards has been extended until 31 July.
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#SwissCISOAwards #CybersecurityLeadership

Thinking of submitting an #IGF2024 session proposal?

Join us for tips and tricks for making the best possible submission! Our webinar is 🗓️TODAY at ⏰14:00 UTC

Join Here bit.ly/3W4FB0f

#MultistakeholderDigitalFuture

#Skills #Maurice : Adopte Google Classroom pour l'enseignement secondaire en ligne. Cette initiative s'inscrit dans le cadre de la stratégie numérique nationale Digital Mauritius 2030 et vise à améliorer l'enseignement en ligne dans les écoles secondaires du pays. #youthigf

#Policy #Canada : Govnt has announced its plan to push ahead with a digital services tax starting in 2024. This tax is specifically designed to target large multinational technology companies operating within the country. #youthigf #globalyouthigf Chrystia Freeland

#SDG #CotedIvoire : The European Union, GIZ in cooperation with Orange announce the launch of the 'DigiGreen & Agri' project, an initiative to promote digital innovation for the transition to a more sustainable and inclusive economy. #youthigf #globalyouthigf

#IGFMAG Chair Carol Roach addresses #CSTD27 today, highlighting the IGF’s WSIS role & strong, diverse multistakeholder engagement - with youth, international legislators and soon judiciaries through a forthcoming track!

#IGF2024 #MultistakeholderDigitalFuture

🤔 How connected is the EU?

Join the next Connect University online session & discover the #CEFDigital programme.

🌐The importance of backbone #connectivity , how the EU is connecting technology & people, connectivity within the EU & with other countries & more!

Connectivity EU 🇪🇺