Critical infrastructure
UNIDIR 2022: Critical Infrastructure Protection in the Context of International Cyber Security
05 Jul 22 - 05 Jul 22Geneva and online
Start of Cybersecurity 10-week course
05 Oct 20 - Online
(Cyber)Security and the shift to online
09 Apr 20 - Online
Plenipot 2018 debrief: The role and impact of civil society
14 Dec 18 - Washington DC, USA
Cybersecurity Challenges Conference
26 Mar 18 - Sofia, Bulgaria
Diplo at Cyber Week 2017
25 Jun 17 - 29 Jun 17Tel Aviv, Israel
Creating favourable cybersecurity posture in Serbia
20 Dec 16 - 22 Dec 16Petnica, Serbia
Introduction to Digital Politics 2015: online course for Geneva-based diplomats
27 Apr 15 - 22 Jun 15Online
Can sharks eat the Internet?
We explore the curious phenomenon of sharks attacking undersea cables, highlighting the intersection between nature and technology. This discussion sheds light on the vulnerabilities of our global int[...]
03 Apr, 2023
Dive deep into protecting submarine cables: How to make the internet safer?
We explore the critical importance of safeguarding undersea cable infrastructure, highlighting the technological, environmental, and geopolitical challenges involved in ensuring global connectivity re[...]
15 Feb, 2023
Cyberattacked: Who do you call?
Who do you call when you are cyberattacked? Almost noone. You can read about existing cybersecurity solutions and new developments by governments and businesses.[...]
09 Oct, 2022
Cyber road from Ukraine: where will it take us?
The message highlights concerns about the potential for devastating cyberattacks in conflicts like the one in Ukraine. Despite numerous severe cyber incidents globally, high-impact attacks didn't occu[...]
08 Mar, 2022
The US approach to offline and online threats and attacks on critical infrastructure by non-state actors
The US addresses both online and offline threats to critical infrastructure by defining and protecting vital systems and assets from criminal activities, with laws covering computer crimes and physica[...]
28 Jan, 2022
[Podcast] The Diplomat’s Sofa #3: Why diplomats should care about cybersecurity
The podcast discusses the importance of cybersecurity in diplomacy, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic's digital reliance. Ambassador Asoke Mukerji emphasizes the need for collaboration betw[...]
06 Jul, 2021
What is the future of a cyber detente after Biden and Putin’s Geneva summit?
A cyber detente between the U.S. and Russia has begun following the Geneva summit, marked by eased tensions and cybersecurity consultations. Progress in prosecuting cybercriminals and enhancing bilate[...]
18 Jun, 2021
What’s new with cybersecurity negotiations? The second cyber OEWG’s organisational session
The second cyber OEWG's organisational session took place with the election of a chair and discussions on consensus, stakeholder engagement, thematic subgroups, and complementarity with other cybersec[...]
16 Jun, 2021
[New podcast] The Diplomat’s Sofa #1: A breakthrough in UN cybersecurity negotiations with Amb. Jürg Lauber
Amb. Jürg Lauber discusses a breakthrough in UN cybersecurity negotiations and the importance of cybersecurity for states in the inaugural episode of The Diplomat’s Sofa podcast series. Lauber, for[...]
11 Jun, 2021
Cyber détente in Geneva: Can Biden and Putin ease cyber tensions?
The upcoming summit in Geneva between President Biden and President Putin offers hope for a potential cyber deal, despite recent cyberattacks. There are reasons for optimism, including bilateral coope[...]
09 Jun, 2021
What’s new with cybersecurity negotiations? The UN GGE 2021 Report
The UN GGE 2021 Report discusses ongoing and emerging cybersecurity threats, emphasizes the applicability of international law, and highlights the importance of norms and principles for responsible st[...]
06 Jun, 2021
[Web discussion summary] Cyber-armament: A heavy impact on peace, economic development, and human rights
The message explores the impact of cyber-armament on peace, economic development, and human rights. It discusses the increasing threats in cyberspace, the challenges in defining cyberwar, and the impo[...]
04 Nov, 2019
Advanced Diploma in Internet Governance
5 May 2025
Cybersecurity Diplomacy online course
Master in Contemporary Diplomacy
Cybersecurity online course
13 October 2025
Introduction to Internet Governance online course
Internet Technology and Policy: Challenges and Solutions online course
21 July 2025
09 Jan, 2025
Kenya’s telecom regulator proposes 800% increase in satellite ISP licensing fees
Kenya’s Communications Authority (CA) has proposed increasing 15-year licensing fees for satellite Internet providers (ISPs) from $12,302 to $115,33... Read more
27 Aug, 2024
DRC launches $30 million Raxio data centre to boost digital economy
Raxio Group has inaugurated the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) largest data centre in Kinshasa, solidifying the country's growing role in ... Read more
09 Aug, 2024
Telecom Namibia marks major achievement with Equiano cable launch
Namibia is celebrating the launch of the Equiano undersea cable, setting the stage for the country to become a regional hub for information and commun... Read more
14 Dec, 2022
US government launches Digital Transformation with Africa initiative
The US government has launched the Digital Transformation with Africa initiative, committing over $350 million to expand digital access and literacy i... Read more
28 May, 2022
Can undersea cables detect earthquakes?
Undersea cables serve as vital internet infrastructure and are now utilized as sensors to monitor seismic activity. This innovative approach enables t... Read more
07 Apr, 2022
Russia bans foreign software purchases for critical infrastructure Â
Russia has prohibited the acquisition of foreign software for critical infrastructure without authorization and aims for public agencies to cease its ... Read more
31 Mar, 2022
Cyber aggression will not go unpunished
Russia's Foreign Ministry warns of consequences for cyber aggression against the country, highlighting increased attacks on government institutions an... Read more
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