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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140417
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
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SUMMARY:ARIN 33 - Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Please plan on joining us 13-16 April 2014 in Chicago\, Illinois for ARIN (American Registry of Internet Numbers) 33. Details about meeting registration and hotel information will be posted in early 2014. \nARIN’s Public Policy Meetings are an integral part of the Internet number resource policy development process\, bringing together industry professionals\, government representatives\, and Internet community leaders in an open and productive forum.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/arin-33-chicago/
CATEGORIES:ICT/Tech,International,International Policy,Internet Governance,Meeting,Regional Policy,Telecoms
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140606
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
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LAST-MODIFIED:20140326T175315Z
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SUMMARY:New Market Opportunities for MSMEs Using Internet and Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Course Objective: \nStrengthen the capacities of individuals and institutions from English Speaking countries who are working in the field of micro\, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) about how Information and Communication Technology (ICT)\, such as the Internet and Social Media\, can be used by MSMEs to enhance their business potential and facilitate entry into markets. \nTarget Group: \n\nDirectors and representatives of public and private support institutions of micro\, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the hemisphere.\nEntrepreneurs and their employees who are interested in exploring the potential of the Internet and Social Media for their businesses.\n\nStudy Venue: The course will be delivered entirely online (Internet) through the Educational Portal of the Americas Virtual Classroom and requires a minimum weekly commitment of 10 hours as well as basic computer skills such as handling e-mail\, word processing and internet skills. The Virtual Classroom has a user manual and a help tool. Throughout the course an expert tutor will support and guide participants and will facilitate all levels of learning \n  \nGo to EDUCAS website for more information
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/market-opportunities-msmes-internet-social-media-april-2014/
CATEGORIES:International,Social Media,Training Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140531
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20140413T230243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140413T230514Z
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SUMMARY:ITU Telecom World Young Innovators Competition 2014
DESCRIPTION:ITU Telecom World launches 2014 Young Innovators Competition\nOoredoo partners with ITU for development of local digital content\nGeneva\, 8 April 2014 – ITU has launched the fourth edition of its popular ‘Young Innovators’ competition\, seeking out talented young thinkers and social technopreneurs across the globe\, and encouraging them to showcase their innovative ideas at the upcoming ITU Telecom World 2014 in Doha in December this year… more \nThe Young Innovators Programme\nSince 2011\, the competition celebrates innovative young people who are using technology to transform their communities . Chosen by a committee of world-class experts from public\, private and academic sectors\, the winners of the competition will join ITU Telecom World 2014 in Doha\, for an accelerator programme of pitching\, hands-on workshops and mentoring – plus up to USD 10 000 in funding… more \nThe deadline for initial submissions is 30 May 2014\, 24:00 GMT +2.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/itu-telecom-world-young-innovators-competition-2014/
CATEGORIES:Competition,ICT/Tech,Innovation,International,Telecoms
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140328
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20131216T194535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140125T143447Z
UID:46038-1395532800-1395964799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ICANN 49 - Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers’ (ICANN‘s) 49th Public Meeting to be held in Singapore from 23-27 March 2014. The meeting site will be the Raffles City Convention Centre. To register\, please visit https://registration.icann.org/. \nTo make a hotel reservation\, visit https://resweb.passkey.com/go/venue. \nICANN holds three public meetings each calendar year in different regions of the globe. Usually comprised of more than 200 different sessions\, these week-long meetings are the focal point for individuals and representatives of the different ICANN stakeholder groups to introduce and discuss issues related to ICANNpolicy. \nParticipants may attend in person or remotely. Meetings are open to everyone and registration is free. \nFor more information\, visit http://singapore49.icann.org/en/about.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/icann-49-singapore/
CATEGORIES:ICT/Tech,International,International Policy,Internet Governance,Meeting,Telecoms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20140131T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20140201T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20140127T230453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140127T230453Z
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SUMMARY:Hackathon for Cuba
DESCRIPTION:On Jan. 31\, 2014 Hackathon for Cuba will gather technology experts and programmers to devise innovative solutions aimed at strengthening communications and information access in Cuba. The event is organized by Roots of Hope with support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. \nThe hackathon aims to ease the limitations of living in Cuba\, often called the “island of the disconnected\,” due to its communication challenges. Problems with Internet connectivity\, costly service\, censorship and the lowest cellphone penetration rate in the Western Hemisphere regularly limit information access to Cubans… more \nThe event is free and open to the public. To register please visit\, www.rootsofhope.org/hack. \nCONTACTS: \nNatalia Martinez\, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer\, Roots of Hope\, 305-397-8604\, natalia@raicesdeesperanza.org \nAnusha Alikhan\, Director of Communications\, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation\, 305-908-2677\, media@knightfoundation.org \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/hackathon-cuba-jan-2014/
LOCATION:The LAB Miami\, 400 Northwest 26th Street\, Miami\, FL\, 33127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Computing,ICT/Tech,Innovation,International,Request for Proposal (RFP),Software
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131123
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130912T024222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130912T024421Z
UID:31907-1384819200-1385164799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ITU World Telecom 2013
DESCRIPTION:ITU Telecom World is the platform for high-level debate\, knowledge-sharing and networking that is essential to drive the success of the global ICT community and address critical world socio-economic challenges. \nA revolution is underway in the ICT sector. The shift to IP-based services is shaking the foundations of communication systems as we know them. We need to understand this change\, work out how to grow with it and benefit from it. \nITU Telecom World 2013 will explore the theme of Embracing change in a digital world. We invite you to be part of this conversation.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/itu-world-telecom-2013/
LOCATION:IMPACT Arena\, Exhibition and Convention Center\, Bangkok\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Conference,Cybercrime/cybersecurity,Expo,Forum,ICT/Tech,International,International Policy,Internet,Internet Governance,Meeting,Mobile/cellular,Telecoms
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131122
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130930T231445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130930T231606Z
UID:32607-1384646400-1385078399@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ICANN 48
DESCRIPTION:ICANN meetings are held three times each year in different regions of the globe to enable attendees from around the world to participate in person.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/icann-48/
LOCATION:Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center\, San Martin 1225\, Buenos Aires 1104\, Argentina
CATEGORIES:Forum,ICT/Tech,International,International Policy,Internet Governance,Regulation,Seminar,Summit,Telecoms
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131012
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130807T165250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130916T143621Z
UID:28032-1381363200-1381535999@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ARIN 32
DESCRIPTION:Please plan on joining ARIN (American Registry of Internet Numbers) on 10 – 11 October 2013 in Phoenix. Arizona for ARIN 32. Advance meeting registrations are free\, and only registrations received after 5 PM on 9 October or on-site will be charged a fee of $150 USD. ARIN 32 will be held back-to-back with NANOG 59. \nARIN’s Public Policy Meetings are an integral part of the Internet number resource policy development process\, bringing together industry professionals\, government representatives\, and Internet community leaders in an open and productive forum.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/arin-32/
LOCATION:Sheraton Wild Horse Pass.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:ICT/Tech,International,International Policy,Internet,Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130910
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130904T110000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130909T125656Z
UID:31556-1377820800-1378771199@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:World Bank VentureOut Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Mobile app developers from Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica can win US$10\,000 in seed capital through an initiative of the World Bank’s infoDev programme. \nCalled VentureOutChallenge\, the global programme aims to help hundreds of mobile entrepreneurs through hands-on training\, virtual learning opportunities\, mentorship\, international exposure\, and seed funding. \nFor further details\, go to the competition website \nDeadline date for submission from Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago only\, is Monday\, 9 September 2013
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/world-bank-ventureout-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Competition,Curacao,Entrepreneurship,Innovation,International,Mobile/cellular
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130830
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130808T011913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130808T011913Z
UID:28194-1377561600-1377820799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Preparatory meeting for the Internet Governance Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Group of Organizers of LACIGF are pleased to announce the realization of the Sixth Regional Preparatory Meeting for the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) to be held in August 27-29\, 2013. \nEmail:  eventos@interplazahotel.com.ar \nWebsite:  http://www.interplazahotel.com.ar/ \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/preparatory-meeting-internet-governance-forum/
LOCATION:Hotel Interplaza\, Rua San Jerónimo 137 – Centro -Córdoba\, Córdoba\, Argentina
CATEGORIES:International,International Policy,Internet,Internet Governance,Meeting,Regional Policy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130829
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130807T164503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130807T164708Z
UID:28030-1375833600-1377734399@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ARIN's Meeting Fellowship Program
DESCRIPTION:ARIN (the American Registry for Internet Number)  invites fellowship applications for ARIN 32 in Phoenix\, Arizona\, 10–11 October 2013. The deadline date for receipt of applications is 28 August 2013 at 5:00 PM ET. \nAPPLY NOW! \nAll applications received after that date will be considered for the next ARIN Meeting.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/arins-meeting-fellowship-program/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Phoenix\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:International,International Policy,Internet,Internet Governance,Request for Proposal (RFP)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130719
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130709T110335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130709T110335Z
UID:24830-1373760000-1374191999@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ICANN 47
DESCRIPTION:47th International meeting of ICANN will be held in Durban\, South Africa\, 14–18 July 2013 \nFor further information\, go to the ICANN meetings website
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/icann-47/
LOCATION:International Convention Centre Durban\, 45 Bram Fischer Road\, Durban\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Conference,ICT/Tech,International,International Policy,Internet Governance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131001
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130904T023624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130904T023624Z
UID:31530-1372636800-1380585599@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Call for proposals: 2013 FRIDA Grants
DESCRIPTION:The FRIDA Program provides financial support for projects in the form of “small grants.” This means that each project is allocated a small sum\, which allows their funding to be complemented by other sources; that these grants are not repayable (no money or interest must be paid back); that their allocation is decided through a competitive process in which a public invitation is made for the presentation of proposals\, and these proposals are later evaluated and the best are awarded the grants. \nThe amount awarded to these projects will be up to US$ 15\,000; the maximum term for their completion will be twelve months. \nThe call closes on September 30\, 2013\nFor more details go to the FRIDA website
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/call-proposals-2013-frida-grants/
CATEGORIES:Call for papers,Funding,ICT/Tech,International
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130517
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130430T022107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130430T022107Z
UID:15949-1366848000-1368748799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI): Caribbean Mobile Innovation Project
DESCRIPTION:As an individual or institution that has exhibited an interest in mobile innovation\, entrepreneurship\, or both in the Caribbean\, we would like to keep you abreast about the latest news on the Caribbean Mobile Innovation Project (CMIP).  \ninfoDev\, through funding provided by the Canadian Government\, is pleased to announce the release of the Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Caribbean Mobile Innovation Project (CMIP)\, the mobile component of the Entrepreneurship Program for Innovation in the Caribbean (EPIC). We are seeking an organization or consortium to act as the lead implementing partner\, the Mobile Innovation Coordinator\, for the CMIP. \nMore information about the Request for EOI can be found here (http://www.infodev.org/en/Article.1017.html) as well as further information the Caribbean Mobile Innovation Project here (http://www.infodev.org/EPICmInno).  \nThe submission date for the EOI is May 16th\, 2013 and must be submitted no later than 11:59PM EST.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/request-expressions-interest-eoi-caribbean-mobile-innovation-project/
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship,ICT/Tech,Innovation,International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130701
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130422T114949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130422T133628Z
UID:14408-1366329600-1372636799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Young Innovators Competition 2013
DESCRIPTION:ITU Telecom is proud to present its Young Innovators Competition 2013 edition\, offering young and talented social technopreneurs the opportunity to present their ideas to industry leaders on a global stage at ITU Telecom World 2013 in Bangkok\, Thailand\, from 19 -22 November. As a member of the ITU\, we were wondering if you could be in a position to spread the word for us among young people\, who might be interested in applying. \nYoung Innovators Competition aims to attract dynamic\, engaged young people and identify projects with a genuine potential to succeed in addressing one of our Global Challenges\, which reflect the most urgent spheres of life where ICTs could have a significant and wide-ranging impact.  The competition seeks pragmatic\, market-oriented solutions in the form of start-ups or concepts from 18 – 26 year-olds making use of the latest connected technologies. \nCompetition finalists are invited to attend World 2013\, where they will benefit from in-depth mentoring from leading industry representatives\, take part in pitching and workshop sessions\, demonstrate their projects on the showfloor and have the chance to win seed money of up to USD 5\,000 in the Concept category and up to USD 10\,000 in the start-up category to fund their initiatives. \nLearn more about the competition at http://world2013.itu.int/event/innovation\, or contact us directly at young.innovators@itu.int \nDeadline for applications: June 30th\, 2013 at 24:00 GMT+2\n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/young-innovators-competition-2013/
CATEGORIES:Competition,Entrepreneurship,Funding,Innovation,International
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20130408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Jamaica:20130425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130422T134203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130422T155235Z
UID:14426-1365408000-1366909200@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Call for papers - Regional Conference of Open Data for Latin America and the Caribbean
DESCRIPTION:Attention! The deadline for submitting the abstracts of the papers has been extended until April 25\, 2013. \nTake the opportunity to attend the Regional Conference of Open Data for Latin America and the Caribbean with all expenses paid! The 5  ranked to write papers on the topics below will win a trip to Montevideo. Of the five teams\, two will be selected to win * R$ 9\,000.00 (nine thousand reais) per team. \nImportant deadlines: \n\nThe deadline for submission of the proposal will be until April 18 25\, 2013;\nThe results of the 05 (five) teams selected to write the papers will be announced on April 23 29\, 2013;\nThe deadline for the teams submitting the full papers will be May 23 26\, 2013;\nThe announcement of the two (02) winners teams will be held during the event Regional Conference of Open Data for Latin America and the Caribbean\, which will be held on June 26 and 27\, 2013.\n\nFor more information\, go to here \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/call-papers-regional-conference-open-data-latin-america-caribbean/
CATEGORIES:Call for papers,International,Open Data
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130412
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20130324T213215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130324T213215Z
UID:11338-1365292800-1365724799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:ICANN 46
DESCRIPTION:46th International meeting of ICANN will be held in Beijing\, China\, April 7–11\, 2013 \nFor further information\, go to the ICANN 46 website
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/icann-46/
LOCATION:Beijing International Hotel\, Dongcheng\, Beijing\, China\, 100005\, Beijing\, china\, China
CATEGORIES:Conference,International
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121207
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20121002T113158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121002T113158Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Payments Latin America
DESCRIPTION:This year’s event is proud to announce speakers including Burger King\, Liverpool\, Digicel Haiti\, Wanda\, Wells Fargo\, Citigroup\, Western Union and more. Over 150 senior level industry experts from banks\, MNOs and retailers will gather to discuss the rapidly changing world of Mobile Payments in Latin America\, including in-depth expert discussion on regulation\, business models for the unbanked and banked\, case studies with essential ‘lessons learned’ and high calibre networking
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/mobile-payments-latin-america/
LOCATION:Ritz Carlton Coconut Grove\, 3300 Southwest Twenty-seventh Avenue\, Miami\, FL\, 33133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business-to-Business,Conference,International,Mobile/cellular
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121019
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20121002T111348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121002T112259Z
UID:4783-1348099200-1350604799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Call for Proposals: ICT for empowerment of women and girls
DESCRIPTION:The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) invites civic organisations and other relevant actors to apply for funding for initiatives where Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is being used to increase women’s and girls use and access to ICT in developing countries. \nDeadline date for submission of applications: 18 October 2012.
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/call-proposals-ict-empowerment-women-girls/
CATEGORIES:Funding,ICT/Tech,International,Request for Proposal (RFP)
ORGANIZER;CN="Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) ":MAILTO:ict4women@sida.se
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121019
DTSTAMP:20260407T113837
CREATED:20121002T011134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20121002T111147Z
UID:4781-1348099200-1350604799@ict-pulse.com
SUMMARY:Call for Proposals: ICT for democracy and freedom of expression
DESCRIPTION:The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) invites civic organisations and other relevant actors to apply for funding for initiatives where Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is being used to support democracy and freedom of expression. \nDeadline date for submission of applications: 18 October 2012. \n 
URL:https://ict-pulse.com/events/call-proposals-ict-democracy-freedom-expression/
CATEGORIES:Funding,ICT/Tech,International,Request for Proposal (RFP)
ORGANIZER;CN="Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) ":MAILTO:democracy@sida.se
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