UN invites leaders for AI governance dialogue
The call aims to shape inclusive dialogue on AI policy and cooperation during its Global Dialogue on…
AI working group revived by New Environment Canterbury of New Zealand
The AI working group will explore trends, support knowledge sharing, and report insights to Environm…
G7 working group advances cybersecurity approach for AI systems
The guidance aims to strengthen cybersecurity across AI supply chains.
Council compromise text advances EU AI Act changes
The compromise text would amend AI Act rules on AI literacy, conformity assessment, sandboxes, and h…
IPC New South Wales’ Generative AI guidance targets privacy risks in Australia
The guidance warns NSW agencies about privacy, data breach, and offshore processing risks of using …
Republic of Korea and UAE deepen AI and semiconductor partnership through new investment forum
AI, semiconductors and data centres are driving deeper technology cooperation between the Republic o…
World Economic Forum highlights AI role in infrastructure security
The critical infrastructure is increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, with local authorities often l…
India accelerates AI-driven financial inclusion through digital public infrastructure
AI systems and digital public infrastructure are accelerating financial inclusion and credit access …
UN calls for AI-driven transformation of future cities
With most of the world’s population expected to live in cities by 2050, AI is seen as central to man…
Ofcom investigates adult platforms under Online Safety Act age-check rules
Online Safety Act enforcement grows in the UK as Ofcom investigates adult services.
Meta unveils Incognito Chat for private AI conversations
New privacy-focused AI chats on WhatsApp are processed in a secure environment that Meta says even t…
Taiwan urges stronger defences amid AI-driven cyber threats
Cybersecurity authorities highlight concerns that AI tools are increasing both the speed and scale o…
Worldwide AI adoption surges, new report shows
AI adoption rises to 17.8% globally, with strong regional differences and over 26 economies now surp…
China expands AI education strategy through global learning platform
Smart learning infrastructure and AI education are central to China’s latest digital strategy.
AI’s economic impact could redefine jobs and productivity trends
Early analysis suggests AI could improve efficiency across industries, leading to higher output, low…
CJEU backs fair remuneration for press publishers
The judgment came in Meta's challenge to Italy’s system for fair remuneration over online use of pre…
Workers demand human oversight as AI reshapes workplaces in USA
Concerns were raised that AI is being introduced without consent or oversight, particularly in sensi…
WEF report highlights supply chain risks in quantum-safe cybersecurity transition
Critical infrastructure faces rising risks as WEF highlights post-quantum migration challenges.
UK backs Isomorphic Labs to strengthen sovereign AI and drug discovery
Frontier innovation in the UK grows as Sovereign AI supports Isomorphic Labs and AI-driven drug deve…
South Korea reviews AI cyber threat response
Government agencies coordinate defence against AI-driven hacking risks.
Australian Senate opens inquiry into AI data centres
The inquiry is spurred by growing environmental concerns related to the rapid expansion of energy-in…
UK backs stronger cooperation on AI and frontier technologies at OSCE
International AI governance gains momentum as the UK backs OSCE technology cooperation efforts.
Council of the EU extends cyber sanctions framework until 2027
Restrictive measures remain in effect after the Council of the EU extends cyber sanctions.
EU Commission reviews Android DMA rules on interoperability
The proposals aim to give third party AI services access to key Android features and resources.
Meta tests compromise plan in EU WhatsApp AI access dispute
Discussions between Meta and EU regulators continue, with both sides considering commitments that co…
Data Protection Act regulations bring AI code requirement into force
A new Data Protection Act code will guide personal data processing when developing and using AI and …
Meta gives parents deeper insight into teen algorithms
Parents can now manage teen supervision settings across Instagram, Facebook, Messenger and Meta Hori…
AI education guidelines updated by European Commission
AI education guidance has been updated to address generative AI, student data, high-risk systems, tr…
China AI ethics draft translated by Georgetown’s CSET
China's draft AI ethics measures would require reviews for activities posing risks to health, dignit…
New South Wales criminalises AI sexual deepfakes
Courts in New South Wales can order offenders to remove or delete non-consensual sexual deepfake mat…
China unveils Hanyuan-2 dual-core quantum computer breakthrough
The new design brings quantum computing closer to practical, real-world usability beyond laboratory-…
Anthropic launches Claude Platform on AWS with managed AI agent tools
Enterprise AI workflows evolve after Anthropic integrates the Claude Platform directly into AWS ecos…
Agentic AI and the future of cybersecurity
Companies are embracing agentic AI to strengthen cyber defence, but autonomous systems may also intr…
US EDA launches AI workforce training programme
The AI Upskill Accelerator Pilot Program will support regional workforce training as AI adoption exp…
Supply chains move toward adaptive AI-driven networks
Human roles are shifting toward strategic coordination as AI systems take over operational execution…
Canada’s IRCC sets AI strategy for immigration services
The strategy states IRCC will avoid autonomous AI systems that can refuse client applications and wi…
Singapore cooperation with Japan targets AI in patent examination
New cooperation between IPOS and JPO aims to strengthen trusted, high-quality patent examination as …
Bhutan’s Gelephu city launches fast-track crypto licensing for global firms
The approach reflects a controlled expansion strategy designed to attract digital asset firms withou…
UK’s NCSC urges caution on using AI to detect software vulnerabilities
AI can help identify vulnerabilities, but the NCSC says organisations still need patching, asset man…
Cybersecurity sector revenue reaches £14.7 billion in UK
The UK cybersecurity sector grew in revenue and firm numbers, but workforce growth slowed to its low…
EU weighs social media age rules to protect children
Ursula von der Leyen said the EU could consider whether social media should have access to young peo…
New IRIS report links AI narratives to civic action
The civil-society led report explores how organisations adapt to AI platforms.
Texas lawsuit targets Netflix data practices
Complaint claims Netflix monetised detailed user behaviour and shared it with advertising networks.
Child safety concerns dominate Europe’s digital agenda
Europeans expressed growing concerns over AI, disinformation, and privacy risks also, with many call…
Council of the EU pushes for human-centred AI in education systems
Education reforms accelerated as the Council of the EU supported ethical AI tools and stronger digit…
Cybercrime Atlas launches open-source map of criminal networks
Cybersecurity experts and law enforcement collaborated on an interactive framework exposing links be…
Google warns adversaries are industrialising AI-enabled cyberattacks
AI-enabled malware and exploit development are expanding, Google Threat Intelligence Group findings …
New research initiative targets biology with quantum computing and AI
The new Google project is blending quantum science and AI with life sciences, combining emerging tec…
UNESCO explores how AI and design can reshape culture and creativity
Cultural innovation moves into focus as UNESCO invites AI and design case studies from industries, i…
Canada invests in AI and quantum technology firms in British Columbia
Emerging technology adoption increased after Canada funded AI robotics and quantum manufacturing pro…
European Ombudsman criticises Commission over X risk report access
The dispute centres on access to X compliance report.
Canada advances sovereign AI data centre strategy with TELUS
Large-scale AI infrastructure plans advanced after Canada and TELUS agreed on sovereign compute capa…
Stablecoin rules updated in revised US Senate proposal
Lawmakers updated crypto legislation to tighten stablecoin oversight while introducing limited flexi…
Joint cybersecurity agencies publish guidance on secure adoption of agentic AI
The guidance outlines cybersecurity risks, vulnerabilities, and best practices for the adoption of a…
Health New Zealand issues guidance on use of generative AI and large language models
The guidance sets out risks such as privacy breaches, bias, inaccurate outputs, and data sovereignty…
Dubai opens government payments to crypto users
UAE regulators granted Crypto.com exclusive approval to process government-related crypto payments t…
WEF report says HR leaders will shape the success of AI transformation
AI adoption challenges are expanding while WEF positions HR leaders at the centre of transformation.
Young users’ reliance on ChatGPT raises questions over AI advice and autonomy
The growing reliance on AI for personal guidance raises questions about privacy, accuracy and the ro…
European Commission moves to standardise AI transparency obligations
The initiative forms part of wider EU efforts to strengthen oversight and accountability in the rapi…
UN Virtual Worlds Day to examine AI-driven cities
Governments, city leaders, and UN entities will gather at UN Virtual Worlds Day to discuss AI-driven…
China opens a new era of computing with fourth generation quantum machine
The Origin Wukong-180 integrates fully self-developed hardware and software, reflecting a move towar…
China launches AI ethics review pilot programme
Expanding ethics oversight could help China shape future global AI standards.
Pakistan expands media literacy efforts with UNESCO support
'Digital Citizens for Peace' initiative promotes responsible online engagement and fact-based digita…
AI productivity claims need stronger scrutiny according to Ada Lovelace Institute’s findings
A policy briefing warns that AI productivity claims often overlook service quality, worker wellbeing…
UK’s Ofcom prioritises child protection and AI moderation under Online Safety Act
Expanded Ofcom enforcement targets AI moderation, online hate, deepfakes, and child protection measu…
FTC guidance sets out platform duties under Take It Down Act
The FTC has warned that Take It Down Act violations may lead to civil penalties of $53,088 per viola…
Australia launches national AI platform ‘AI.gov.au’
The platform offers guidance to smaller businesses on safe and responsible AI use.
China outlines AI and energy integration plan
The country proposes a plan for clean energy supply for computing targeted by 2030.
EDPS frames safe AI as Europe’s next big idea
EDPS actively supports global cooperation on trustworthy AI systems.
Türkiye delegation to explore US cyber and AI technologies
USTDA will host Türkiye officials and experts for meetings on cybersecurity, AI risk management, and…
World Economic Forum analysis explores AI-driven future planning for organisations
AI simulations and scenario-building are reshaping future strategic planning, according to a WEF art…
EU briefing warns AI health benefits need safeguards
EU health systems may benefit from AI in diagnostics, treatment, and disease surveillance, but priva…
AI-driven disinformation threatens public trust, Nobel economist warns
Economic modelling suggests AI-generated disinformation could further damage the online information …
Brazil tests quantum-secure communication over Recife fibre network
The Recife Quantum Network uses quantum key distribution to detect interception attempts and support…
Europe pushes for unified capital markets and stronger banking union
Proposed reforms include a single capital markets rulebook, stronger EU supervision and completion o…
Canada issues age assurance guidance
The guidance stresses privacy-first design and limits on personal data collection.
California expands digital democracy platform for AI policy debate
The 'Engaged California' initiative invites residents to shape future AI policy decisions.
European Committee of the Regions calls for stronger child protection online
EU regions are calling for stronger protections for children online, including age-appropriate desig…
Pakistan passes landmark law to regulate crypto firms
The Virtual Assets Act aims to align Pakistan’s digital asset sector with global anti-money launderi…
SHEIN faces Irish inquiry over EU data transfers to China
Ireland’s DPC says the SHEIN inquiry is a strategic priority and will involve cooperation with other…
AI cyber capabilities raise risk of correlated financial system failures, IMF warns
Regulators are urged to strengthen resilience and coordination as cyber threats evolve into potentia…
Chainalysis points to rising adoption of blockchain forecasting
Regulators are increasingly confronting whether blockchain prediction markets belong under gambling …
OSCE chairpersonship opens Geneva conference on AI and quantum risks
OSCE participants are discussing AI, quantum technologies, water and energy security, and conflict p…
Swiss media groups launch responsible AI journalism framework
Responsible AI use becomes central as Swiss media adopt national conduct standards.
Instagram pulls the plug on encrypted chats
Users will lose access to encrypted messaging features, while reporting tools and message sharing op…
Australia’s ASIC urges cyber resilience as frontier AI raises risk
ASIC has warned that frontier AI could expose cyber vulnerabilities faster and create new risks for …
OpenAI introduces a trusted contact safety feature in ChatGPT
The new ChatGPT feature by OpenAI connects vulnerable users with trusted real-world contacts.
European Central Bank moves forward with digital euro technical work
Privacy remains a key challenge for the CBDC, balancing cash-like offline confidentiality with EU ru…
Dutch court backs Solvinity DigiD contract despite US data access fears
This decision reject citizen's challenge to prevent DigiD hosting contract renewal.
WTO members form duty-free pact after e-commerce moratorium lapses
A group of 19 WTO members has moved to preserve duty-free treatment for electronic transmissions aft…
US and China reportedly weigh AI risk talks ahead of leaders’ summit
Washington and Beijing are reportedly weighing US-China AI discussions focused on frontier-model ris…
WEF report says AI is reshaping cybersecurity defence
New AI models, WEF says, are compressing cyberattack timelines and increasing global digital securit…
LinkedIn faces allegations over data access practices
Noyb alleges LinkedIn restricts user data access behind paid features in potential conflict with GDP…
EESC backs revised Cybersecurity Act with warnings on ENISA and supply chains
Cybersecurity Act 2 has won EESC support, alongside warnings on workforce needs, reporting burdens, …
European Commission updates guidance on generative AI use in research
New guidance encourages responsible integration of generative AI tools while protecting scientific i…
India and France discuss expanding AI and space cooperation
The partnership between France and India strengthens collaboration across space, AI, and advanced sc…
UNESCO, Lebanon and Télé Liban launch campaign to promote media literacy
The national campaign in Lebanon targets misinformation across digital and everyday communication ch…
OECD finds audit institutions are building AI capacity but struggling to scale
The OECD says audit bodies are testing AI across anomaly detection, document processing, and predict…
ATxSummit 2026 to focus on AI governance and digital growth in Asia
The Singapore event will examine AI applications, public sector use, workforce changes, and governan…
Italy central bank backs review of tokenised SEPA payments
Tokenised payment systems are seen as a key area for reflection within Europe’s evolving financial i…