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the internet's past gateway to the future event

Join us for an engaging conversation with Karlin Lillington, the renowned Irish technology and business journalist as she leads a discussion with a panel of distinguished experts exploring how key moments in the Internet’s history offer insights into its future.

The conversation will be introduced by Eileen Gallagher, CEO of INEX, who is passionate about understanding and celebrating the people and experiences that shape the development of the internet. With a dedicated and expert team focused on continual development, INEX under her leadership holds a respected position on the global Internet stage. It is recognised not only for its success on the island of Ireland but also for open-sourcing its management platform, IXP Manager, which is now Powering Peering at over 230 Internet Exchange Points worldwide.

We are thrilled to welcome:

Paul Vixie

Paul Vixie

This Internet Hall of Fame computer scientist requires little introduction. With a front row seat in the development of many foundational elements of the Internet, including his pivotal role in the evolution of the DNS system, Paul brings decades of invaluable experience and perspective.

As a VP, Distinguished Engineer and Deputy CISO at AWS, Paul and his team in the Office of the CISO use leadership and technical expertise to provide guidance and collaboration on the development and implementation of advanced security strategies, risk management, and helping customers be secure in the cloud.

Maria Farrell

Maria Farrell

A respected Irish advisor, writer, and speaker on Internet policy, Maria’s recent co-authored essay, “We Need To Rewild The Internet”, has ignited new ways of thinking about how we can reimagine the digital world through an ecological historical lens.

With a career that spans work with ICANN and the World Bank, she consistently challenges conventional thinking and inspires fresh perspectives.

Jim Cowie

Jim Cowie

A serial entrepreneur and data scientist, Jim has a long history of blending Internet measurement with data storytelling.

As a dual fellow at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society and the Harvard Law School’s Library Innovation Lab, he recently launched the Internet History Initiative to preserve and curate the historical datasets that document the Internet’s evolution.

When: Tuesday, 5th November 2024, from 5.30pm (Dublin time).
Where: As One, Unit 3, 13-18 City Quay, Dublin, D02 HC98.

A light dinner and drinks will be provided.

Spaces are limited, so if you’d like to be part of this thought provoking discussion, please register by emailing rsvp@inex.ie.

We look forward to seeing you there!