Session
Organizer 1: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 2: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 2: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Speaker 1: MAJO ERNESTO, Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Speaker 2: Ian Sheldon, Government, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Paloma Lara-Castro, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Speaker 2: Ian Sheldon, Government, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Paloma Lara-Castro, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Format
Roundtable
Duration (minutes): 90
Format description: A roundtable format is ideal for discussing Internet policy as it promotes open dialogue, equal participation, and in-depth exploration of complex issues. It encourages collaboration among stakeholders, fostering consensus-building and diverse perspectives in a more interactive setting.
Duration (minutes): 90
Format description: A roundtable format is ideal for discussing Internet policy as it promotes open dialogue, equal participation, and in-depth exploration of complex issues. It encourages collaboration among stakeholders, fostering consensus-building and diverse perspectives in a more interactive setting.
Policy Question(s)
What are the main protocols on which the Internet runs and how have security solutions for these protocols been developed?
What impact do you think improvements to the Internet, such as new protocol versions and additional security measures, have on our daily online experience?
On whom does the implementation of these improvements depend and how is the world doing in this respect?
What will participants gain from attending this session? Attendees of this session will gain a deeper understanding of the technical aspects behind the success of the Internet, the challenges that occurred along the way, and how communities have responded to strengthen the global network. Participants will be able to:
- Get familiar with the challenges the Internet has faced
- Understand how different sectors have responded to these challenges
- Comprehend the key Internet security protocols
- Gain an appreciation for the continuous innovation and collaboration vis-à-vis security protocols
Description:
Throughout its history, the Internet evolved due to the efforts and collaboration of multiple actors. However, this evolution has also been accompanied by challenges, ranging from accessibility issues to security threats. The purpose of this session is to explore the various technical innovations that, twenty years after the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), contribute even more strongly towards the security of the Internet, by listening to the voices and experiences of various actors in the ecosystem. It will highlight the importance of multistakeholder collaboration to build an inclusive and sustainable Internet, addressing the duality between security and collaboration. These challenges mutate constantly and have required the gradual development of new solutions at the level of network architecture and operations, traffic management and interconnection, as well as security and resilience. They have also necessitated the development and uptake of protocols, standards and tools to mitigate impacts and contribute significantly to creating a more secure environment for Internet users. It is important to note that these protocols are not exempt from real contexts for end-users that, while seemingly invisible to them, have helped security, not only in technical aspects of the Internet’s operations, but also through the requisite collaboration for the development and implementation of these protocols. Important global communities have emerged, creating with them bonds of trust and confidence. These bonds have facilitated more stable and secure Internet operations, as well as a more effective response to incidents when they occur. Defense mechanisms that are created in geopolitical environments tend to stymie multisectoral collaboration and therefore dampen the effectiveness of security incident responses. These technical contributions, therefore, are by no means insignificant innovations for the Internet we have come to know and use.
Throughout its history, the Internet evolved due to the efforts and collaboration of multiple actors. However, this evolution has also been accompanied by challenges, ranging from accessibility issues to security threats. The purpose of this session is to explore the various technical innovations that, twenty years after the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), contribute even more strongly towards the security of the Internet, by listening to the voices and experiences of various actors in the ecosystem. It will highlight the importance of multistakeholder collaboration to build an inclusive and sustainable Internet, addressing the duality between security and collaboration. These challenges mutate constantly and have required the gradual development of new solutions at the level of network architecture and operations, traffic management and interconnection, as well as security and resilience. They have also necessitated the development and uptake of protocols, standards and tools to mitigate impacts and contribute significantly to creating a more secure environment for Internet users. It is important to note that these protocols are not exempt from real contexts for end-users that, while seemingly invisible to them, have helped security, not only in technical aspects of the Internet’s operations, but also through the requisite collaboration for the development and implementation of these protocols. Important global communities have emerged, creating with them bonds of trust and confidence. These bonds have facilitated more stable and secure Internet operations, as well as a more effective response to incidents when they occur. Defense mechanisms that are created in geopolitical environments tend to stymie multisectoral collaboration and therefore dampen the effectiveness of security incident responses. These technical contributions, therefore, are by no means insignificant innovations for the Internet we have come to know and use.
Expected Outcomes
From this session, a briefing paper will be generated with the technical solutions that bring security to the Internet, the actors to whom their adoption is recommended and the security contributions to the global community. This document will provide clear recommendations contributing to the WSIS+20 review and beyond.
Hybrid Format: To enhance idea exchange in a roundtable with virtual participants, we will:
- Use Moderated Facilitation – Assign a skilled moderator to manage speaking turns, encourage participation, and keep discussions focused.
- Structured Input – Set clear topics and time limits for interventions to ensure all voices are heard.
- Encourage Video & Engagement – Ask participants to turn on cameras and use gestures (e.g., raising hands) to signal contributions.
These methods create a more inclusive and productive virtual roundtable.