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Newly appointed members to the Council of the Estonian Internet Foundation
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Toomas Vaks is Swedbank's cyber risks manager, who also has experience in the government sector as deputy director general of the State Information System Board (RIA). At Swedbank, Vaks is responsible for cyber risk management, insurance and consulting in the field of cyber risks.
Erik Janson is a state communications technology advisor to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, with over 20 years of experience in the fields of ICT, cyber security, infrastructures and technology management.
On the basis of the Minister's directive, Luukas Kristjan Ilves has stepped down from the Estonian Internet Foundation Council. We thank him for his work and contribution.
We wish the new members of the council success in their responsible position!
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Baltic Domain Days
Save the Date - Baltic Domain Days 2025
Get ready for the biggest domain industry event in the Baltics! The Estonian Internet Foundation, NIC-LV, and DOMREG.lt invite you to Baltic Domain Days 2025, happening this October in Tallinn.
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Domain Disputes
For a Cleaner Estonian Internet: Domain Dispute Fees Lowered for Individuals and Non-Profits
The Council of the Estonian Internet Foundation (EIF) has made an important decision to make .ee domain disputes easier and more affordable. Starting September 1, 2025, the cost to file a dispute with the Domain Disputes Committee will be lower, especially for private individuals and non-profit groups. The fees will also depend on who is filing the challenge.
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Auctions
How Estonia Tamed Domain Dropcatchers: The Story of Domain Auctions
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