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Did you know that only 25% of the cybersecurity industry is made up of women? ...

On July 19, 2024, the Community of Portuguese Speaking Countries (CPLP) Charter of Rights and Principles in Digital Environments was signed in São Tomé. This document, which is declaratory and non-binding, is a necessity. On the one hand, it reaffirms Member States' commitment to implement declarations made in the past and, on the other hand, it validates their commitment to the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals....

Portugal is highlighted in the Report as one of the Member States where people are most familiar with the national supervisory authority for data protection (Portuguese Data Protection Authority)....

Ransomware is a type of malware (such as virus, trojans, etc.) that infects and manipulates users' computer systems so that they are unable to use some or all the data stored....

It is noteworthy that in this edition, .PT financially supported the travel and accommodation of a young computer engineering student from IST, who actively participated in the event along with the YouthDIG community....

From June 10 to 13, Kigali hosted the 80th edition of the Policy Forum, which included 109 sessions, 1581 participants (957 in person and 624 online), representing 123 countries/territories....

Online Company 2.0 allows for reducing bureaucracy and simplifying the process of creating companies....

The document resulting from Netmundial+10 identifies principles and maps out a potential guide for what internet and digital governance could or should be, and should be seen as a possible path to follow for the processes being conducted by the United Nations in the context of the GDC and WSIS+20. It was another example of the multistakeholder model at work....

Today, April 27th, we celebrate the World Design Day by sharing a personal reflection on the importance of including accessibility and equality in design as mandatory criteria in the creative process. I will also try to convey my personal experience at the “Multimodal solutions to foster accessibility in digital products and services” workshop by DIGITALEUROPE....

The project involves the creation of the "European Interoperable Portal", a one-stop shop to encourage the sharing and reuse of reliable, high-quality interoperability solutions between the various public administrations, as well as reinforced mechanisms to support innovation and policy development, including training and regulatory test environments to develop, test and extend solutions. ...

Now imagine sharing a house with these 16! There are days when they realise that we're going backwards and our spirits are only calmed by repeating one of our great pledges: "We will leave no one behind, We will leave no one behind" - believe me, it helps after 10 times....

The Data Act now establishes that connected products (IoT), as well as the provision of their related services, must be designed, manufactured and provided in such a way that data relating to that product and/or service is accessible, by default and in an easy, secure and free way to the user, who can share this same data with third parties....

Being a more informed consumer is becoming more and more important, online shopping is where we are most exposed and vulnerable and therefore requires our utmost attention so that we don't fall victim to fraudulent sales and cyber-attacks, which can jeopardise the privacy of our data. It's important to check that the website is credible, that the organisation is identified, that it has Terms and Conditions, return policies and mechanisms for mediation and out-of-court arbitration of conflicts....

Hello?? Listen!! Hmm…I don't think anyone is listening… this universe is so big, and my closest neighbor Mercury is always talking to the Sun and doesn't have time for me....

Yesterday, January 28, 2024, Data Protection Day was celebrated, established by the Council of Europe in reference to the date of signing of the first international legal instrument on data protection, Convention 108 of the Council of Europe, which took place on January 28, 1981...

The next big challenge for AI could be the data quality processing and the ability of companies to develop AI models with longevity and flexibility....

By being aware of your rights and the precautions you need to take, you will be better prepared to shop online with confidence and security. Take advantage of the convenience offered by online shopping, but always be careful to protect your personal and financial information....

This is the key for Portugal to position itself, with clarity and strategic thinking, at the heart of this objective that should belong to all Europeans. This will ensure that we help define a path of greater opportunities and gains for all. In this way, we ensure that we are, in the way that best defends our interests, laying the foundations for the future we want....