French La Poste launches electronic registered letter
La Poste, France has launched an electronic Registered Letter (“Lettre Recommandée Electronique”) which is sent over the Internet and delivered in hard copy by the postman. The service is available to senders from La Poste’s website. Individuals can purchase a single letter online, while regular business senders can choose between three annual subscription rates. Electronic registered mail offers proof of posting via e-mail to the sender, confirmation of contents and online storage.