Dawood Khan, Faculty Member at Mankavit Law Academy & LL.M (Technology and Law) from Hidayatullah National Law University, Chhattisgarh (2021-2022)
ABSTRACT
In recent years, the Internet has experienced exponential growth, especially in e-commerce and retail, virtually revolutionizing the way the world lives. The Internet, which was once used primarily for business purposes, has now become an integral part of people's daily lives. This rapid expansion has increased the potential for online disputes and raised previously unaddressed enforcement challenges. Every second, millions of transactions are conducted online around the world. Nothing could be smoother than an online transaction as long as it does not encounter an obstacle. However, as soon as a dispute arises, the first question is where the conflict can be settled, or in other words, which courts are competent to hear and decide the dispute. When it comes to regulating cyberspace, territoriality, or lack thereof, is undoubtedly the most difficult obstacle to law. However, every computer is hard-wired to the ground, giving nation-states the ability to enact and enforce laws. As a result, courts around the world have developed jurisdictional concepts based on the connection of a computer, computer system, or resource that is either the source or the recipient of electronic communications. The issue of jurisdiction seems simple on the surface, but in reality, it is one of the most difficult challenges presented by any area of law enforcement. This article highlights the issues related to the regulation of cyberspace and the need for a supranational cyber framework.
Keywords: Supranational cyber forum, Cybersecurity, Cyber terrorism, Cyber warfare, Dark web, Cyber libertarianism, Cyber collectivism, Cyber anarchy, and Cyber regulation.
