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October 2025

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Vote Now! for Community Networks & Community Infrastructures
by Mathias Jud 29 Oct '25

29 Oct '25

Dear all Help us win the vote for an ISOC Special Interest Group for "Community Networks & Community Infrastructures". Community networks and community infrastructures bridge the digital divide and create affordable connectivity and first class Internet participation for underconnected communities. The initiative will ensure digital participation and promote grassroots innovation. This is a collaborative effort by: APC (Association for Progressive Communication) Altermundi (Argentina) CC4D (Uganda & South Sudan) Coolab (Brasil) Common Room (Indonesia) COWMesh (India) Freifunk (Germany) GuiFi & Exocat (Barcelona) LocNet initiative (global local network development) NetHood (Switzerland) Wakoma (South Africa) Please support us and vote for "Community Networks and Community Infrastructures" ISOC SIG here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sigvote Voting is currently open to all ISOC members. The five topics with the most votes will become the next official special interest groups. Help us win the vote and share the campaign page https://isoc-sig.beta.freifunk.net/ Thanks for your vote! Mathias

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Invitation to ISOC-CH Happy Hour - Latest Advancements in Email Encryption Standards
by Bernie Hoeneisen 23 Oct '25

23 Oct '25

Dear ISOC members and friends If you are working with email encryption, please find below the invitation to "ISOC-CH Happy Hour - Latest Advancements in Email Encryption Standards". More information and registration on https://www.isoc.ch/events/isoc-ch-happy-hour-latest-advancements-in-email-… All the best, Bernie ----------- Target Audience Cybersecurity experts, protocol developers, privacy advocates, policymakers, and implementers focused on email encryption and standards Event Overview Join the Internet Society Switzerland Chapter (ISOC-CH) for a relaxed Happy Hour dedicated to exploring the forefront of email encryption technologies. In an era where digital privacy is paramount, this event brings together experts to discuss why encryption matters and the innovative standards shaping secure communication. Tailored for cybersecurity professionals, protocol developers, and privacy advocates, this event features expert talks on RFC 9788 <https://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc9788.html> and the challenges of secure email communication. Network with peers, exchange technical insights, and enjoy food and drinks in a relaxed setting. This intimate gathering offers an opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share ideas, and contribute to ISOC-CH's mission of promoting a secure, trustworthy and open internet. PresentationsIntroduction Encryption of our Email Communication: Motivations and Challenges *by Hernani Marques* Hernani Marques <https://vecirex.net/> will outline the key motivations for encrypting email in today's interconnected world, from protecting sensitive data against cyber threats to complying with privacy regulations. He will also touch upon common challenges, such as usability issues, interoperability, and adoption barriers, providing practical takeaways for implementing encryption effectively. Talk Header Protection for Cryptographically Protected Email (RFC 9788, recently published) *by Bernie Hoeneisen* In this talk, Bernie Hoeneisen <https://ucom.ch/people> will present RFC 9788 <https://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc9788.html>, a new standard for safeguarding email headers in cryptographically protected messages. This update to S/MIME (and applicable to PGP) addresses vulnerabilities where headers like subject lines and sender info were previously exposed, enhancing overall email security and privacy. Learn about its implications for real-world applications and future developments. Registration Spaces are limited—register by [October 27 <https://www.isoc.ch/events/isoc-ch-happy-hour-latest-advancements-in-email-…> ] <https://www.isoc.ch/events/isoc-ch-happy-hour-latest-advancements-in-email-…> to secure your spot. Membership Membership in ISOC-CH is encouraged but not required. Become a member here <https://www.isoc.ch/membership/> Share This Event Help spread the word: share on various SM channels

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