ISPAs Tickets Selling Fast
Tickets for tables for the ISPA Awards ceremony on 9th July are selling out quickly following the announcement of the finalists last week. Those wishing to attend who have not yet bought tickets are urged to do so quickly via the website to avoid disappointment.
The event, being held at the Grosvenor Square Marriott Hotel in London, will honour those who have achieved excellence in the Internet sector across 14 categories. The awards ceremony evening will be compered by comedian Matt Green and will include a gala dinner and live music.
For information on tickets, sponsorship, or discount on accommodation please contact awards@ispa.org.uk or go to www.ispaawards.org.uk
ISPA on Sky News and Five Live
ISPA Secretary General Nicholas Lansman appeared on Sky News and BBC Radio Five Live in response to a statement from members of the creative industries calling for action against consumers accused of illegally downloading via P2P.
Mr Lansman confirmed the commitment of ISPA members to working with the Government and the creative industries to find a solution which balances the needs of all parties and is fair for consumers. Mr Lansman also further emphasised the importance of licensing reform and the availability of legal online content in improving the current situation.
Digital Safety Conference, London, June 19th
25 per cent discount for ISPA members
ISPA has secured a 25% discount for members wishing to attend the International Digital Safety Conference on 19th June. The Conference presents a town hall style meeting about the health, reputation and environment of the digital world.
An exceptional programme features speakers including UK Cabinet Minister, Tom Watson, Tanya Byron, Anthony Lilley, Professor Mike Short, Ed Mayo, Gabrielle Shaw and Annie Mullins who will be discussing the possibilities for a viable global framework that protects individual's privacy and civil liberties whilst at the same time effectively deals with pervasive cybercrime including stalking, fraud and identity theft. The event is non-profit making.
This event will be of interest to ISPA members, who will be able to receive the discounted rate for registration of £168. Members are advised to simply use the code ‘ispads’ at the online registration:
http://www.digitalsafety.com/conference/registration
F-Secure and ISPs secure the Internet for safe surfing
Today’s Internet and mobile consumers live under permanent threat of attack by ever-evolving viruses and malware. Malware is nowadays largely criminal in nature – much quieter, no headlines, but arguably far more destructive and intrusive than it used to be, stealing PC users’ money, identities, and their belief in a safe and secure online experience for their families.
F-Secure Corporation protects consumers and businesses against computer viruses and other threats from the Internet and mobile networks. F-Secure’s award-winning solutions are available as a service subscription through more than 190 Internet service providers and mobile operator partners globally.
F-Secure's portfolio of security services available to Internet service providers and mobile operators includes consumer, business, mobile, and backup services. Delivered as a subscription-based service, F-Secure solutions are typically marketed under the service providers own brand name.
For further information please visit: www.f-secure.com
ISPA In the News
ISPA was quoted in the news on a range of issues including copyright and censorship.