Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2002
Lawsuit over proposed conversion of free email to paid service
263.net was sued for breach of contract after reportedly attempting to convert its email service from free to paid access. The change was described as potentially affecting about 12 million active users. No outcome is provided in the supplied source.
Third-party allegations concerning IRC server security
The Norwegian ISP Uninett reportedly alleged that an IRC server maintained under the 263 name was used substantially for botnet control and warned users that connecting to it could result in blocking. The supplied material does not establish intent, responsibility, or resolution.