Security for the Domain Name System

eco topDNS initiative combats DNS abuse

In the eco topDNS initiative, registries, registrars and hosting providers work together to better protect the Domain Name System (DNS) from abusive activities. Domain blocking should not be approached lightly and treated as a last resort to combatting illegal content.

date 2022/09/29

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Policy & Law

eco Association on Data Retention: “Germany must also comply with the ECJ’s ruling”

The ECJ ruling on the German data retention regulations has triggered new discussions on the disputed proceedings. At today’s meeting of the Interior and Justice Ministers of the federal states, data retention will also be on the agenda.

date 2022/09/27

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FK Systems GmbH

date 2022/09/27

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Tortuga Webspace Security GmbH

date 2022/09/26

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ETL Systeme AG StBG Abteilung fynax

date 2022/09/25

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Digitalisation and Sustainability

#JOINTHESOLUTION: We are part of the solution

Digital and disruptive technologies help in tackling the pressing societal challenges in a variety of ways. In our campaign “#JOINTHESOLUTION: We are part of the solution – the Internet industry”, our goal is to present these solutions, tell their story, and shed light on the positive impact of digitalisation.

date 2022/09/22

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eco

Digitalisation and Sustainability: “#JOINTHESOLUTION: We are part of the solution – the Internet industry”

The campaign places the focus on technology-based solution approaches such as green IT or green coding, IoT and 5G-based Smart Farming solutions or connected mobility, and brings home the importance of the digital transformation for a more sustainable future.

date 2022/09/22

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eco

Interview with eco’s Managing Director Alexander Rabe on the launch of the website on the eco initiative “#JOINTHESOLUTION: We are part of the solution – the Internet industry”

eco has just launched a campaign website under the motto of “JOINTHESOLUTION: We are part of the solution – the Internet industry”. The campaign focuses on digital technologies and services that provide solutions to burning societal issues.

date 2022/09/22

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Security

Ukraine War and Ransomware Exacerbate Tense IT Security Situation

During the war in Ukraine, the cyber threat situation has intensified. According to the BSI, ransomware is becoming the biggest IT security threat. Sophos, Microsoft and Rhode & Schwarz have joined forces to form the Ransomware Initiative under the umbrella of eco and recommend 10 technical and organisational precautions.

date 2022/09/22

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Policy & Law

Data Retention: eco on the ECJ Ruling

The European Court of Justice today ruled that the German regulations on blanket data retention are not compatible with EU law. The eco Association welcomes this judgement and calls for an urgent repeal of the current regulations.

date 2022/09/20

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