Urgency of digital trust and rights highlighted
Summary
A conference in Kathmandu emphasized the urgency of building digital trust to protect human rights, freedom of expression, and online safety, with discussions on internet regulation and digital policy development in Nepal.
Key Points
- A daylong conference in Kathmandu emphasized the urgency of building digital trust to secure human rights and online safety.
- Justice Dr Nahakul Subedi highlighted digital rights as fundamental rights guaranteed by the constitution.
- Experts stressed the need for wise internet regulation rather than blanket shutdowns, citing Sri Lanka's experience.
- The event featured sessions on AI policy, algorithmic transparency, and digital literacy, organized by the Digital Freedoms Coalition.
