Sorry, this is really for Australian readers only: a large number of Australian media sites are running a common poll on the proposed internet filter. Sure, it's a very simple question, and there'll no doubt be some debate over its wording, but it really has one intention: to get a idea of wider community perceptions of the issue. The majority of the tech community are arguably … [Read more...] about Have your say on the internet filter: it’s delayed but not forgotten
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Government and virtual worlds: Australia on the catch-up
The issue of virtual worlds getting on a government's policy agenda is something we've examined pretty closely, and like most of you reading this, it can get frustrating sometimes seeing the pace at which change is occurring. In recent days I was again struck on the world leadership role the United States Government are taking in regards to virtual worlds. This report by Dawn … [Read more...] about Government and virtual worlds: Australia on the catch-up
Australian classification of MMOGs
Massively's Tateru Nino has written a fascinating piece on the issue of games classification in Australia. Specifically, she's confirmed with the Federal Attorney General's Department that: "Where a sale is within the jurisdiction of the relevant State or Territory legislation," Heffernan informed us, "it is a criminal offence under those laws to sell unclassified computer … [Read more...] about Australian classification of MMOGs
A Federal Government approach to virtual worlds: what a contrast
The Federal Consortium for Virtual Worlds is an initiative designed to bring together US Federal Government employees. The April 2008 event held by the Consortium shows the depth of discussion at that level in regard to virtual worlds, and the 2009 version is likely to go a step further. This is a body that's developed through the motivation of public servants from a wide range … [Read more...] about A Federal Government approach to virtual worlds: what a contrast
Does Second Life need a Republic?
The Metaverse Republic is a new site that states its purpose clearly: "The Metaverse Republic, currently work in progress, will be a legal system for Second Life, with real powers of enforcement originating in user-created tools, and a democratic parliament. There are many disputes and potential disputes in Second Life that could benefit from formal resolution: disputes about … [Read more...] about Does Second Life need a Republic?