ICANN asks the community to review their Guidelines for Advancing Universal Acceptance (UA) Adoption: https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/draft-guidelines-for-advancing-ua-adoption-23-02-2026

UA ensures all valid domain names and email addresses work everywhere, regardless of script, language, or character length.

Developed by the UA Expert Working Group, the guidelines propose ways to drive UA adoption across a diverse set of stakeholders.

Spot any gaps or challenges? Provide your input by 13 April 2026!

#UniversalAcceptance #ICANN #InternetForAll

Draft Guidelines for Advancing UA Adoption

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Über Informationsfreiheit als Menschenrecht, die Brutalität digitaler Zensur, und was du heute noch dagegen tun kannst.

Wir leben in einer Zeit, in der Information nicht mehr nur Macht ist, sie ist Überleben. Und wer über Information herrscht, herrscht über Realität. Das wissen Diktatoren. Das wissen autoritäre Regime. Das wissen auch einige demokratisch gewählte Regierungen besser, als ihnen lieb sein sollte. Die Frage ist: Wissen wir es auch? [Mehr lesen...]

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Dein Browser kann Leben retten. Du nutzt ihn für Netflix.

Über Informationsfreiheit als Menschenrecht, die Brutalität digitaler Zensur – und was du heute noch dagegen tun kannst. Wir leben in einer Zeit, in der Information nicht mehr nur Macht ist – sie ist Überleben. Und wer über Information herrscht, herrscht über Realität. Das wissen Diktatoren. Das wissen autoritäre Regime. Das wissen auch einige demokratisch gewählte Regierungen besser, als ihnen lieb sein sollte. Die Frage ist: Wissen wir es auch? [Mehr lesen...]

as threatened, Ontario has killed a contract with an Apartheid Emerald Heir company. where does that leave the geographically remote First Nations who were promised internet access?

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/starlink-deal-void-ontario-taxpayer-cost-unclear-1.7597350

#InternetForAll

Ontario officially cancels $100M Starlink contract, won't say cost to taxpayers | CBC News

Ontario has officially cancelled its $100-million contract with Starlink, but the province refuses to say how much it cost taxpayers to get out of the deal.

CBC

Starlink is finally coming to India!
Elon Musk’s satellite internet service has received government clearance and is expected to go live within the next 2 months!
💸 Setup cost: ₹33,000 to ₹35,000
📶 Speed: Up to 200 Mbps
📍Availability: Even in remote regions
Read all the details you need to know 👇
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https://news24media.org/starlink-india-launch-nears-pricing-plans/

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Starlink India Launch Nears: Pricing, Plans, Speed, Setup Cost & Availability—Everything We Know So Far - News 24 Media

Elon Musk’s Starlink India satellite internet service has finally received official approval to operate in India. With its promise of lightning-fast, low-latency internet access even in the most remote corners of the country,

News 24 Media

India's BharatNet program, aiming for broadband in 650K villages by 2025, is set to fall short, with only 199K connected as of January. #BharatNet #India #BroadbandAccess #DigitalIndia #RuralConnectivity #TechNews #DigitalDivide #InternetForAll

https://posivi.com/indias-bharatnet-program-is-set-to-fall-short/

India's BharatNet program is set to fall short - Posivi

India's BharatNet program, launched in 2011, aims to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to 650,000 villages by 2025. However, as of January 2025,

Posivi
Merry Christmas Toronto [sarcasm] - the #TTC is ending access to free Wi-Fi on its subway platforms at the end of the week https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ttc-free-wifi-ending-subway-platforms-1.7417761 #Povertyism #InternetForAll
Free Wi-Fi access on TTC subway platforms ends on Friday | CBC News

The TTC is ending access to free Wi-Fi on its subway platforms at the end of the week, citing low usage and security concerns about the aging network. 

CBC
📢 Exciting news! @internetsociety and @isoc_foundation are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2025 Action Plan! 🚀 This comprehensive plan outlines our roadmap to making the Internet more accessible, affordable, and secure for everyone. 🌐 #InternetForAll #DigitalFuture

Communities and states looking to leverage American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for broadband or other local infrastructure need to act soon or ...

... risk losing access to a once-in-a-generation funding resource

Our story at link below

#Internet #InternetForAll #broadband

https://communitynets.org/content/shot-clock-winding-down-arpa-funds-broadband-projects

Shot Clock Winding Down on ARPA Funds For Broadband Projects | Welcome to Community Networks

Communities looking to leverage American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for broadband or other local infrastructure need to act soon or risk losing access to a once-in-a-generation funding resource. Most ARPA recipients seem well aware of the deadline, but data suggests more than a few communities could drop the ball.

Starlink has revolutionized internet access in remote areas. Its satellite-based service provides high-speed internet even in remote areas where traditional networks cannot reach. It is not only reducing the digital divide but also providing new opportunities for education, health and business.

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