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10 May 2023
Clock 14:30 - 15:30   UTCLocal Time

[Panel] Internet Fragmentation

Recent geopolitical, commercial, technical, and legislative trends have increased concerns about possible fragmentation of the Internet into a multitude of non-interoperable and isolated networks. But what is Internet fragmentation?  And what kind of threat does it pose to the open, interconnected and interoperable Internet that’s a vital source for the social and economic development of humankind?

This panel will bring a more holistic and inclusive perspective to the debate, and at the same time, create space for the regional perspective of the matter and its possible implications for the Middle East.

Please join us for an interactive exploration of how we can maintain the benefits of a growing, interoperable Internet, while acknowledging and addressing the challenges and concerns of our times.

MODERATOR

Mehmet Bedii Kaya

Director, IT Law Institute, Istanbul Bilgi University

SPEAKERS

Christine Arida

Strategic Advisor to the Executive President and Board Member, National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt

Elena Plexida

Vice President, Government and IGO Engagement, ICANN

Emily Taylor

Founder, DNS Research Federation

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