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The EU Cyber Solidarity Act is a milestone in the EU’s cybersecurity strategy. As cyberattacks grow more sophisticated, it is essential that governments, businesses, and citizens are prepared to respond in a coordinated and effective way....

2024 was also the year in which a strategic reflection was made on the organization's future until 2030, with the definition of a new vision and mission, the organization's objectives and expectations, as well as the values that should be added...

Domains aren’t just for companies or projects. More and more, they’re for individuals. They’re for you. In a time when digital identity is as valuable as physical identity, having a domain is like planting your flag in new territory....

A professional email can help your business grow.Whether you’re a freelancer, a small business owner, or the head of a large brand, having a professional email address linked to your .pt domain significantly enhances your online business image. Show your clients credibility and trust from the very first interaction!Creating an email with your .pt domain is easy. Here are five great reasons to invest in a professional email....

ICANN82 ended in the best possible way: with the announcement that Lisbon has been selected to host ICANN88 at the Lisbon Congress Center from March 13 to 18, 2027, with .PT as the host....

The aim of this new Code of Conduct is to align and facilitate compliance with the standards imposed by the DSA, following the criteria established in this framework for the creation of codes of conduct. This includes, for example, the need for additional reporting beyond what is already legally required, thereby increasing transparency regarding the measures implemented by online platforms....

On November 20, 2024, the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) was published with the ultimate goal of ensuring that hardware and software associated with products with digital elements are more secure, extending this protection throughout the entire lifecycle of these products....

Today marks Data Protection Day, an important occasion established in 2006 by the Council of Europe with the aim of raising citizens' awareness about the importance of protecting their privacy and personal data. This date was chosen to commemorate Convention 108 of the Council of Europe, signed precisely on January 28, 1981, which was the first international legal instrument concerning the processing of personal data....

"Online shopping at .pt: secure for you, safe for the planet” is the motto of this campaign, which aims to emphasize the message that buying from .pt sites is a guarantee of trust and security. ...

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....

The implementation of Zero Trust will be absolutely critical in the coming years for organizations to ensure that they can mitigate the severe impacts of cyberattacks....

Our participation in CENTR is fundamental as it allows us to be at the forefront of best practices in domain registration and management, benefiting all .pt Registrants, Registrars, and partners....

If 2022 was the year of "Stolen house, locked doors", 2023 and the following years will have to be about "Prevention is better than cure"....

We have reinforced the Business Service team, with a Key Account Manager profile, which assumes commitments that it will seek to deepen, through a close relationship, with the aim of creating a solid foundation for this collaboration, through an approach focused on four main dimensions...

And in the end, what remains? Above all the friendships, the times well spent, the knowledge acquired and the systems well managed. ...

This new generation will enable integration between digital and real objects and environments, and enhanced interactions between humans and machines, so the EC's goal is to enable open, interoperable and innovative virtual worlds that can be used safely and with confidence by all. This new strategy also aims to accelerate the European Union's (EU) technological transition and to leverage EU leadership in virtual worlds....

EuroDIG 2023 offers a unique opportunity for the EuroDIG multi-stakeholder community to discuss and reflect on the impact that two key UN processes (GDC and WSIS+20) will have on digital transformation...

On 5 June, the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, will present the UN Secretary-General's Policy Brief on the Global Digital Compact - an Open, Free and Secure Digital Future for All....

In this sense, the greatest value that any organisation can have is in its people. They are the true leader, they are the ones who "wear the jersey" and foster the values and philosophy by which an organisation is governed. As such, it is essential to create cultural foundations that link these same people to the organisational culture and business objectives....