In what is seen as a particular busy month for digital policy, several developments are likely to have a far-reaching impact. The FCC’s net neutrality rules are upheld in US courts; the UK Parliament votes in the Snoopers’ Charter, while a Russian bill aims to make encryption backdoors mandatory in messenger apps. The Special Rapporteur’s report highlights the role of the private sector, while the EU issues guidelines on the sharing economy. What other main Internet governance updates took place in June, and how will they shape future developments?
[Update] The IG Barometer for June is now available.
[Update] Listen to the briefing recording:
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- Video of regional Internet governance developments, from remote hub Rio De Janeiro is available here:
- Video of regional Internet governance developments, from remote hub Jakarta is available here:
- Video of regional Internet governance developments, from remote hub Tunis is available here:
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