The Internet Society’s Asia Internet Symposium (AIS) are a series of regional events that focus on debate, dialogue and deliberation on topical issues concerning the Internet. Typically a half-day or evening event, AIS is structured to provide an in-depth look at one particular topic with invited keynotes and presentations followed by a panel discussion.
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In this era of heavy Internet surveillance, are the issues of availability, service performance and affordability being eclipsed by fears of national security?
Over recent weeks we have seen a range of Internet issues come to general attention:
- Government agencies allegedly conducting mass surveillance overseas
- Attempts to legislate for mass record keeping about the activity of Australians online
- New NBN policy approaches
- International mobile data roaming charges out of control
Speakers from the Internet Society will give an overview of their top five Internet issues for Australians, with a chance for attendees to contribute their own top five to the discussion.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to compare notes with our colleagues from other Asia-Pacific nations with news from chapters around the region.
Speakers:
- David Vaile, Executive Director, Cyberspace Law and Policy Centre UNSW
- Rajnesh Singh, Regional Director, Asia-Pacific Regional Bureau ISOC
- Narelle Clark, President, Internet Society of Australia
- Jon Lawrence, Executive Officer, Electronic Frontiers Australia