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The Knights of Communication – a competition under the patronage of Federal Councillor Moritz Leuenberger

In order to constantly meet the current requirements of an information society for all, OFCOM regularly revamps the "Knights of Communication" competition. The Knights of Communication will therefore not be awarded in 2012. Information about the reorientation of the competition will be available on this website from autumn 2012.

Competition 2009

The "Knights of Communication 2009" will receive a total of CHF 35,000. CHF 10,000 has been earmarked for the three best projects which enable the Swiss population to use information and communication technologies (ICT) for their own purposes. The "Security and confidence" special prize honours a project that focuses on the security-conscious use of these technologies and which promotes appropriate confidence. This will be rewarded with a prize of CHF 5,000.

Recognition for existing projects

The "Knights of Communication" is regarded as a recognition award. It honours projects and initiatives that have already been implemented. The winners will be announced on 10 November 2009 at the national "Integrative Information Society" conference in Solothurn.

The Federal Council's strategy for an information society in Switzerland

The competition makes a contribution towards the implementation of the Federal Council's strategy for an information society in Switzerland. One goal of this strategy is to ensure equitable access to ICT for all residents without barriers, and to promote the competent, self-dependent use of these technologies. In December 2008, the Federal Council acknowledged the implementation work being carried out on its strategy and in so doing emphasised the significance of issues of security and confidence for the information society.

More detailed information concerning the competition is available in German, French and Italian only.

Ex Federal Councillor Moritz Leuenberger

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Last updated on: 09.03.2012

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