2026 Abuse Workshop @ Nordic Domain Days

eco's topDNS Initiative & iQ Global

invite you to the fifth Abuse Workshop at Nordic Domain Days 2026 in Stockholm!

eco's topDNS initiative is once again a proud partner of the Nordic Domain Days and invites you to attend the workshop on fighting online abuse on the second day of the conference.

The E-Evidence Regulation introduces new obligations for service providers, including domain registries, registrars, and hosting companies, to respond to European Production and Preservation Orders. The Regulation, in force since August 2023 and applicable from August 18, 2026, allows law enforcement to directly demand electronic data from service providers in other Member States, bypassing traditional mutual legal assistance with strict deadlines.

This workshop will equip participants with practical knowledge and tools to handle these requests correctly while safeguarding due process, data protection, and operational efficiency.

The detailed agenda for the workshop will be shared shortly.

13:30pm CEST
Welcome & Introduction

Michael B. Halvorsen
CEO, iQ Global

Thomas Rickert
Director Names & Numbers, eco – Association of the Internet Industry

Ulrich Plate
Head of KRITIS working group, eco – Association of the Internet Industry

13:45pm CEST
Overview of the E-Evidence Regulation
This session will discuss scope, timelines, and obligations for domain and hosting providers.

Ulrich Plate

Head of KRITIS working group, eco – Association of the Internet Industry

14:15pm CEST
DNS Abuse & E-Evidence: Where They Intersect
This session will cover:
- - How DNS abuse cases (phishing, malware, botnets) often trigger cross-border evidence requests.
- - Practical implications for registries, registrars, and hosting providers.
- - Balancing abuse mitigation with compliance and user rights.

14:30pm CEST
Hands-On Session: Real-Life Scenarios
Participants will work on realistic case studies. We will explore:
- - Identifying the correct steps under the E-Evidence Regulation.
- - Discussing timelines, verification, and escalation paths.
- - Highlighting risks and propose best practices.

15:00pm CEST
Swedish Fika