Global Internet Jurisdiction Survey

Out-Law.com (a British website devoted to IT law) says that the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the American Bar Association (ABA) are conducting a global survey of businesses to probe their understanding of jurisdictional issues related to the Internet. "From 10th August it will be sent out to financial institutions, retailers and manufacturers, as well as internet software and hardware companies, in at least 25 countries. 'This is the largest and most comprehensive global survey ever conducted on internet jurisdiction issues,' said Jonas Astrup, ICC policy manager... It aims to establish the effect that jurisdictional confusion is having on business, and whether there is anything specific that has caused that concern... The survey will be conducted up to the end of September. Results are expected in late October or early November, timed to coincide with progress on the draft Hague convention on jurisdiction and enforcement of foreign judgments in civil and commercial matters.