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[wsis2-] UN Attempts AI Power Grab
by Fiona Alexander July 28, 2024

July 28, 2024

Might of interest to some on this list, but I really find the lack of transparency around these New York processes quite unacceptable. https://cepa.org/article/un-attempts-ai-power-grab-the-west-is-unhappy/

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GDC updates
by Veni Markovski July 27, 2024

July 27, 2024

Dear colleagues, Quick update from New York. The GDC co-facilitators have announced informal GDC consultations on 19th of August, where the member states will discuss the texts, which broke the silence procedure of rev.3. Perhaps the new rev.4 will be published soon after that date. Best regards, Veni

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Re: [wsis2-] UN Attempts AI Power Grab
by Veni Markovski July 25, 2024

July 25, 2024

Thank you, Fiona. I am planning to publish a blog post after the GDC is finalized. It will provide some analysis about this particular process and will provide context for the coming WSIS+20 deliberations next year. Hopefully it will be useful not only for ICANN’s GE team work at the UN and other UN agencies, but for folks in the WSIS+20 Outreach Network, who interact with their national governments (especially ministries of foreign affairs). To remind everyone: please, subscribe to the GE webpage, so you can get updates, when we publish new materials. In the menu “Third Party Contributions” you can see ICANN’s submissions to external bodies, but also Community Contribution Opportunities, with one still active (ITU). Best, v/ From: WSIS20 Outreach Network <wsis20(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Fiona Alexander <fionaa(a)american.edu> Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 08:02 To: WSIS20 Outreach Network <wsis20(a)icann.org> Subject: [wsis20] [wsis2-] UN Attempts AI Power Grab Might of interest to some on this list, but I really find the lack of transparency around these New York processes quite unacceptable. https://cepa.org/article/un-attempts-ai-power-grab-the-west-is-unhappy/ [cepa.org]

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ITU CWG-Internet - opportunity for contributions [deadline 3 Sept]
by Becky McGilley July 20, 2024

July 20, 2024

Dear WSIS+20 Network, The GE team would like to send out a reminder for an opportunity to provide public comments on proceedings for the ITU Council Working Group on International Internet-related Public Policy Issues (CWG-Internet). The deadline is 3 September. ICANN plans to contribute comments as well and will share them when we do. Here is the information we have shared to our website<https://www.icann.org/en/government-engagement/community-contribution-oppor…>: The ITU Council Working Group on International Internet-related Public Policy Issues (CWG-Internet) is holding an open consultation on “the developmental aspects to strengthen the Internet.” Stakeholders’ perspectives are sought on the following: 1. How relevant multilateral and multi-stakeholder processes, including but not limited to UN-based processes such as Summit of the Future, WSIS+20 and the IGF, could address aspects related to Internet development? 2. What are the challenges and opportunities, good practices and favourable policy environments to strengthen the Internet, including in areas such as: fostering meaningful connectivity; equitable access for all; promoting a secure and resilient Internet; achieving universal access, the deployment of IPv6; using satellite communication to reach remote and underserved remote areas; ensuring services are affordable for people; promoting digital inclusion and skills; fostering multi-stakeholder participation and encouraging public and private sector investment in Internet infrastructure. 3. How can we promote international multistakeholder cooperation on public policy issues that are focused on promoting the development aspects of the Internet? Note, a physical consultation will be held in October 2024. Refer to the ITU link for more information. ITU CWG-Internet Open Consultation Link: https://www.itu.int/en/council/cwg-internet/Pages/consultation-feb2024.aspx Submission Form: https://www.itu.int/en/council/cwg-internet/Pages/form-feb2024.aspx Thank you, and please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you, Rebecca McGilley Director, Government & IGO Engagement Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Cell: +1 310 745 7033 www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Fwd: Blog on the GDC and Internet governance
by Chris Disspain July 19, 2024

July 19, 2024

> > From: Chris Disspain <chris(a)disspain.uk> > Date: 16 July 2024 at 21:45:02 CEST > To: wsis20(a)icann.org > Subject: Re: [wsis20] Blog on the GDC and Internet governance > > Silence is broken. > > G77 > India > Russia > US > CANZ > UK > EC > and others. > > Cheers, > > CD > >>> On 15 Jul 2024, at 18:03, Veni Markovski <veni.markovski(a)icann.org> wrote: >>> >> Hi, everyone! >> I mentioned we are working on publishing a blog about GDC rev.3, here it is: https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/internet-governance-and-the-global-d… >> >> Best regards, >> Veni >> >> __ >> _______________________________________________ >> >> >> Learn more about the WSIS+20 Outreach Network and review relevant resources: https://go.icann.org/wsis20 >> >> Read the public archives for this mailing list: https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/wsis20/ >> >> _______________________________________________ >> By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Re: Fwd: Blog on the GDC and Internet governance
by Ana Neves July 18, 2024

July 18, 2024

Actually, it was EU, European Union. Hope it helps. Best, Ana Ana Cristina F. Amoroso das Neves Head, Internet Governance Office Vice-Chair CSTD/UNCTAD Chair of the DNS.PT Advisory Board FCT-FCCN Avenida do Brasil, n.º 101 | 1700-066 Lisboa T: +351 21 392 4498 M: +351 912 397 371 www.fccn.pt<http://www.fccn.pt/> www.governacaointernet.pt<http://www.governacaointernet.pt/> Commission on Science and Technology for Development | UNCTAD<https://unctad.org/topic/commission-on-science-and-technology-for-developme…> World Summit on the Information Society: 20-year review (WSIS+20) | UNCTAD<https://unctad.org/topic/commission-on-science-and-technology-for-developme…> Linkedin<https://www.linkedin.com/in/anacristinaamorosoneves/> I am sending this message at a time that works well for me. I respect your choice of when and how to work, and I don’t expect a response outside of your working hours. Thank you! On 18 Jul 2024, at 07:21, Shin Yamasaki via wsis20 <wsis20(a)icann.org> wrote:

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GDC rev.3 objections
by Veni Markovski July 17, 2024

July 17, 2024

Hi. AS already noted yesterday, there have been multiple objections to texts in the Global Digital Compact rev.3, filed before the deadline (3 p.m. July 16) for the silence procedure, announced by the co-facilitators last Friday. We discussed in our webinars on Monday that in the case there are objections, the texts upon there are objections – and only these texts – will be open for further negotiations. To remind everyone, the negotiations will be taking place at the UN, among member states only, and in the next few weeks. WE now know that some of the texts we discussed, have been objected to. From the section Internet Governance there are objections to these texts: 27. We recognize that Internet governance must remain global in nature, with the full involvement of governments, the private sector, civil society, international organizations, technical and academic communities, and all other relevant stakeholders in accordance with their respective roles and responsibilities. We reaffirm the role of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) as the primary multistakeholder platform for discussion of Internet governance issues. 28. We commit to: (b) Uphold and support the IGF, including through the provision of voluntary funding, and continue efforts to increase diverse participation from all stakeholders (SDG 9 &10); (d) Refrain from Internet shutdowns and measures that target Internet access, and ensure that any restrictions on access to Internet services and freedom of expression are in compliance with international law, including with the principles of legality, necessity, proportionality and non-discrimination (SDG 16). And other texts, from other parts of the GDC: 67. We will build on the processes emanating from the WSIS, including multistakeholder platforms such as the IGF and the WSIS Forum, to advance implementation of Compact commitments and actions. 70. The IGF and its national and regional networks have an important role to play in implementation and follow up of the Compact. We invite the Forum, in the context of the WSIS+ 20 Review, to consider an annual policy discussion track to facilitate the contribution of stakeholders to the delivery of the Compact’s commitments and actions. As soon as we know what the actual objections are, we will share some analysis. Best, v/

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Live: US Perspectives and Priorities for the UN Summit of the Future
by Veni Markovski July 17, 2024

July 17, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u654B_DMBuc US Perspectives and Priorities for the UN Summit of the Future Might be of interest for people in the list. Best, v/

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GDC Rev.3 Matrix from the Internet Society
by Israel Rosas July 16, 2024

July 16, 2024

Hi all, I hope you’re doing well. We just published our updated GDC Matrix for Rev.3, highlighting the most pressing issues as we identified them. Here’s the direct link to the PDF<https://www.internetsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/GDC-Zero-Draft.R…> and the link to the page with the previous versions<https://www.internetsociety.org/resources/doc/2024/global-digital-compact-z…>. As an accompanying piece, we also provide this short article<https://www.internetsociety.org/issues/internet-governance/news-updates/gdc…> with a summary of our views. We hope you find these resources helpful. Best, Isra Israel Rosas, Director, Partnerships and Internet Development rosas(a)isoc.org<mailto:email@isoc.org> | Pronouns: he/him/his [signature_2925406070] Donate today.<https://bit.ly/3nUsQmJ> Help protect the Internet for everyone.

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Recordings: GDC Rev. 3 webinars
by Carlos Reyes July 16, 2024

July 16, 2024

Hello, all. The recordings of the two webinars on the GDC Rev. 3 are now available for your reference. 15 July 2024 | 15:00 UTC https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/GTuBwQM2dAzPrCKmUsY5jMrfIj07UWjs2iraMetGLAH… 16 July 2024 | 00:00 UTC https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/COHmUXDLzH7iI3PmIMbalI618-gb00gCa1NWeCYFecs… Thank you for joining! Best, Carlos Carlos Reyes WSIS+20 Outreach Network

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