As NIS2 regulations become increasingly important for our industry, it’s crucial for all members of Bereas to stay informed. The CCB (Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium) is offering a webinar about this, with break-out sessions in which you can ask questions. You can attend a session on either 9/10/2024, 18/10/2024 or 29/11/2024. More details and possibility[…]
The NIS Cooperation Group, which includes regulatory bodies from various EU countries, recently released its recommendations for the implementation of NIS2 Directive Article 28. While these guidelines are not legally binding, they serve as an essential reference for anyone involved in domain name registrations. Following these recommendations is crucial for ensuring compliance and improving data[…]
Over the past few months, regulatory bodies from multiple EU countries have been working on unified recommendations on how to implement Article 28 of the NIS/2 directive. This original directive is critical for registrars, but it leaves much open to interpretation, creating room for individual countries to establish their own guidelines. The Challenge of Differing[…]
The European NIS/2 Directive is set to take effect on October 17, and its implications, particularly “Article 28,” are causing alarm across the domain registration landscape. The changes outlined in the directive will have a significant impact on domain name registrations. However, most EU countries are still unprepared, with no clear regulations ready for implementation.[…]
In preparation for NIS/2, the French and German domain registries, AFNIC (.fr) and DENIC (.de), have announced new measures for extra verification of registrant data. Short notice by AFNIC AFNIC, the registry responsible for .fr domains, has surprised stakeholders with the abrupt rollout of their new validation guidelines. These guidelines will be effective from January[…]
Belgium has positioned itself as one of the first countries to proactively publish a draft of the much-anticipated “NIS2 Law.” This move signifies a crucial step in the nation’s commitment to enhancing cybersecurity and digital infrastructure. The draft law is now open for public consultation, with stakeholders invited to submit their comments by December 21st.[…]
In a surprising and last-minute announcement, AFNIC, the French registry, has revealed plans to implement a requirement for registrars to verify registrant information. This new directive is set to take effect in approximately six weeks, leaving registrars with a very tight timeline to comply. Adding to the challenge, the details of these plans remain vague,[…]
On a typical autumn Saturday morning, armed with rain boots, shovels, and a spirit of teamwork, the DNS Belgium board was ready to make a tangible contribution to the environment. The mission was clear – to plant a new forest in Ternat, in support of the non-profit organization VZW Plant een bos. A Green Initiative[…]
We are pleased to announce that a special general meeting is scheduled for November 14th, an essential gathering for all members of our association. This meeting holds particular significance due to a necessary administrative vote, prompted by recent changes in Belgian legislation. Administrative Vote: Updating Our Statutes First on the agenda for this meeting is[…]
In a development that adds to a trend of successive price hikes, SIDN recently announced a 10% increase in fees for .nl domains. This follows a series of annual increments, including a notable 6% rise last year, and 2% increases in the preceding years. As representatives of Bereas, we were privy to this information shortly[…]