The Dutch government has launched a new website that uses a public domain license as its default. The site will eventually replace all sites maintained by the government.

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Simon Fraser University Adopts Open Access Strategy
Simon Fraser University has become the latest Canadian university to adopt policies designed to support open access.
Benkler on Network Open Access
Yochai Benkler has an excellent op-ed in the NY Times on the need for a strong commitment to open access to facilitate broadband competition. A podcast of Benkler's keynote address at the recent University of Ottawa conference is available here.
Taking Stock of Tech: Reflections on Law, Technology and Society
The University of Ottawa's Centre for Law, Technology and Society is proud to announce its launch conference, scheduled for Friday, March 5th. Featuring a keynote address from Professor Yochai Benkler of Harvard Law School, the event also includes panels on mapping, open government, and social networks. There is a modest […]
UK Adopts Creative Commons Licence for Open Data
The UK government has announced plans to adopt Creative Commons licences for the use of government open data.