In addition, conflict resolution mechanisms (CRM) in this area need to be defined. The transnational and extraterritorial nature of digital technologies poses several challenges: the definition or creation of adequate competent authorities, different national regulations, extraterritoriality issues, etc. Furthermore, the private and commercial nature of internet companies require CRM more suitable to the logic of market (i.e. alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration) – without ruling out jurisdictional procedures before international courts.