European Commission marks 10 years of GDPR
The Commission said the GDPR has influenced data protection laws beyond Europe and supported privacy…
New Zealand child agencies urge rights-based approach to online safety
Children's advocates urged New Zealand to develop child-centred online safety law instead of relying…
Consumer groups file DSA complaints against Meta, TikTok and Google
User advocacy groups have criticised major platforms for failing to act effectively against financia…
Canada launches AI learning initiative for federal public servants
The Learning Week on Artificial Intelligence aims to build public service-wide momentum around AI le…
Apple introduces formal verification framework for post-quantum cryptography
The update highlights a shift into a quantum computing threat era, where secure communication relies…
Anthropic says AI system identified thousands of critical software flaws
Cyber resilience concerns increase after Anthropic demonstrated large-scale AI vulnerability scannin…
German lawmakers reject proposal to increase crypto taxation
The recent plan to align crypto taxation with other capital gains failed to secure support in the Bu…
Europol concludes major operation targeting criminal assets and crypto laundering
Investigators found millions in criminal assets through Europol financial intelligence operations.
UN DESA launches AI governance workshop for Africa and Asia-Pacific officials
The programme links AI governance capacity-building with MSME inclusion, poverty reduction, public s…
Italy launches Operation All Clear against major streaming piracy network
Financial police coordinated cross-border anti-piracy raids as Italy targeted illegal subscription n…
EuroDIG 2026 to bring European internet governance voices to Brussels
Taking place in Brussels on 26 and 27 May, EuroDIG 2026 will mark 20 years of .eu and bring European…
European Commission advances AI transparency code under EU AI Act
Industry and civil society debated AI Act transparency obligations during European Commission worksh…
Grokipedia articles show selective political divergence from Wikipedia, research finds
Researchers identified ideological sourcing shifts between Wikipedia and Grokipedia articles.
Meta and WhatsApp face lawsuit in Texas over alleged encryption misrepresentation
Texas alleges Meta and WhatsApp misrepresented encryption protections and retained access to private…
AppLovin lawsuit highlights scrutiny of digital advertising and data tracking systems
Allegations include widespread data harvesting from popular apps such as Subway Surfers, CapCut, and…
MIT study examines how technological change reshapes labour markets
Findings suggest new roles provide temporary wage premiums linked to scarce expertise, but these adv…
US proposes $2 billion in CHIPS funding for quantum computing
Federal funding is being used to accelerate US quantum computing development by supporting both larg…
European Central Bank examines systemic risks linked to AI-driven finance
Large language models showed less coordinated but more unpredictable behaviour, raising concerns abo…
South Korea launches tripartite committee on AI and labour
The new body will study job changes, worker data use and AI adoption in industry.
World Bank highlights ‘Small AI’ for farmers and rural communities
AI adoption is expanding into agriculture as experts push for practical and low-cost technology solu…
Ofcom says major platforms will introduce new child safety measures in the UK
New child safety commitments secured by Ofcom include tighter contact settings, AI detection tools, …
Canada and Spain sign AI cooperation agreement
Officials said trusted international partnerships are important for shaping safe, responsible, and e…
Singapore launches new AI, cybersecurity and quantum-readiness programmes
AI adoption among Singapore SMEs more than tripled in one year, rising from 4.2% to 14.5%.
Malaysia expands online safety rules for platforms and digital services
Both online safety codes will take effect on 1 June 2026, with a grace period for verification proce…
ICO warns major platforms over lack of privacy-friendly age assurance
The ICO said underage children’s data may still be processed on platforms they should not be able to…
Ofcom report highlights growing AI use among UK children online
Children increasingly consume algorithm-driven content online, Ofcom said in its latest media report…
Meta accused of using influencers to defend Instagram child safety measures
New investigation examined how Meta used influencers to reinforce Instagram child safety messaging p…
International Labour Organization warns AI could reshape labour markets across the Arab region
Inclusive AI governance and stronger labour protections were highlighted in the latest ILO analysis.
EU and Africa deepen cooperation on AI investment and digital infrastructure
International AI cooperation discussions focused on infrastructure, investment pathways, and digital…
European banks create Qivalis to develop MiCAR-compliant euro stablecoin
The initiative reflects a broader push by European financial institutions to strengthen monetary aut…
Europol dismantles cybercriminal VPN linked to ransomware investigations
Cybercrime investigations intensified after Europol helped dismantle the anonymous First VPN infrast…
Australia introduces a national framework for digital health standards
Growing use of digital health services is increasing patient engagement with shared medical records,…
UK Pensions Regulator publishes AI governance plan for pension schemes
The UK Pensions Regulator (TPR) has published an AI plan outlining expectations for governance and o…
EU lawmakers challenge confidentiality rules on data centre emissions data
Critics said new EU rules could limit scrutiny of data centre emissions and water use.
UK government launches cyber resilience measures amid AI-related risks
New UK cyber measures include funding, resilience pledges and stronger protections for essential ser…
United Nations to hold first Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva
The United Nations programme includes plenary sessions, multistakeholder exchanges, thematic discuss…
New Stanford scaling method could make AI training cheaper
Researchers have introduced IRSL, a framework inspired by educational testing that reduces compute d…
FTC targets nudify tools over TAKE IT DOWN Act compliance
The action expands FTC enforcement after the TAKE IT DOWN Act compliance deadline took effect on 19 …
Switzerland advances National Cyberstrategy implementation
The Cyber Security Hub now connects more than 1,600 organisations and around 6,000 users across Swit…
UK expands regulatory and infrastructure plans for digital finance
British authorities aim to finalise a comprehensive crypto and stablecoin framework before the end o…
Singapore and Google expand partnership on frontier AI deployment
The framework provides guidance on AI agent deployment, human accountability, risk management, and r…
NASA develops AI system to track harmful algal blooms using satellite data
AI technology will help NASA to improve ocean monitoring and marine environmental analysis capabilit…
Australia’s regulator targets AI-nudify platform over child safety and deepfake risks
AI-generated sexually explicit deepfakes are facing growing regulatory scrutiny under Australia’s on…
European Commission opens consultation on crypto-assets regulation
Brussels has opened a public review to assess whether existing EU crypto-assets rules remain effecti…
Snap, YouTube, TikTok and Meta settle Kentucky school district lawsuit
Snap, YouTube, TikTok and Meta agree settlement in Kentucky school district case over mental health …
PARITY Act pushes new US crypto tax relief framework
Recent crypto tax proposal aims to reduce regulatory uncertainty for investors, businesses, and cons…
Researchers analyse framing of youth social media use in Australian policy discussions
The researchers analyse the debates over age based platform restrictions in Australia.
Canada advances 5G expansion with new spectrum and tower infrastructure reforms
Faster wireless infrastructure deployment may allow Canada to improve nationwide digital connectivit…
Meta reportedly cuts 8,000 jobs as AI investment and restructuring accelerate globally
Rising AI infrastructure spending is reshaping Meta’s workforce strategy and operational priorities …
Japan backs blockchain and AI-based financial infrastructure proposal
A five-year roadmap has been assigned to regulators to promote public and private investment in the …
Việt Nam highlights AI in national digital transformation strategy
The workshop discusses infrastructure and innovation needs for AI necessary for Vietnam.
Singapore and Google strengthen collaboration on AI innovation and digital governance
New AI initiatives aim to support Singapore’s healthcare, education, workforce, and digital governan…
MIT researchers explore AI-driven approaches to drug discovery
New AI systems incorporate physical and mechanistic constraints, improving accuracy in predicting ho…
Google explores AI-assisted scientific discovery through Gemini for Science
The tech giant's new AI systems aim to accelerate scientific discovery.
Study examines local warming effects linked to data centre expansion
Scientists found that several data centres generated warming effects across nearby urban communities…
Anthropic challenges US government restrictions on AI technology use
Anthropic is challenging reported US restrictions on federal use of its AI systems after a Pentagon …
CNIL reports record complaints and data breaches
CNIL will devote half of its 2026 controls and enforcement actions to data security after rising bre…
EU publishes draft guidance on high-risk AI classification under AI Act
The draft guidance aims to support consistent interpretation of high-risk classification rules under…
Google and UNICEF launch AI-focused education partnership
Global education initiatives are expanding after Google partnered with UNICEF on AI learning tools.
Google launches Gemini 3.5 with advanced agentic AI capabilities
Agentic AI systems are becoming central to Google’s long-term AI strategy.
eSafety Commissioner and Sport Integrity Australia focus on online harms in sport
Cyberbullying linked to sporting communities remains a growing concern for Australian authorities an…
OpenAI expands verification tools as AI slop blurs digital trust
Synthetic media verification is becoming a larger priority as OpenAI expands provenance systems.
FTC begins TAKE IT DOWN Act enforcement
The FTC sent letters to major platforms reminding them of their obligations under the TAKE IT DOWN A…
Spotify verification badges target AI slop and voice impersonation
As AI slop expands into synthetic voices, cloned identities and misleading audio content, Spotify is…
Why digital literacy is becoming a strategic necessity in the AI era
Governments increasingly connect digital literacy with democratic resilience and cybersecurity.
US lawmakers push permanent CBDC ban over surveillance concerns
Debate over a potential digital dollar is intensifying in Washington as lawmakers raise concerns ove…
White House pushes fintech integration into US banking framework
Washington is increasing pressure on regulators to modernise financial oversight as fintech and digi…
Hong Kong checks AI privacy compliance across sectors
PCPD urged organisations using AI to strengthen governance, staff training, risk assessments, audits…
OECD review highlights growth and regulatory challenges in ASEAN digital trade
The report calls for improved data flow and policy alignment.
US crypto usage rises to 10% in 2025, Fed reports
Investment remains the dominant use case for crypto, while payments and remittances account for a sm…
Myanmar proposes Anti-Online Fraud Bill targeting digital currency scams
A new proposed law reflects concern over scam compounds linked to crypto fraud and human trafficking…
DIGITALEUROPE urges stronger EU-US digital cooperation
The call includes progress on cyber mutual recognition agreement between the EU and US on key data t…
IPU webinar explores parliamentary action on AI
The IPU webinar will examine how parliaments are adapting oversight, expertise, and committee struct…
Financial institutions increase cyber defences following AI security findings
Regulators and international institutions warn that rapidly evolving AI-driven cyber threats could c…
Singapore expands implementation of National AI Strategy 2.0
Singapore has outlined continued implementation of its National AI Strategy 2.0, focusing on AI adop…
UK authorities issue guidance on frontier AI cyber risks in finance
A joint statement from UK financial authorities addresses cyber resilience and operational risks lin…
UN experts raise concerns over online pornography platforms and digital intermediaries
UN experts have raised concerns about the role of pornography platforms, payment providers, and tech…
Pope Leo XIV to publish first encyclical on AI and human dignity
Pope Leo XIV will publish his first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas, on 25 May, focusing on the prot…
World Economic Forum highlights growing role of AI in public administration
AI could reduce bureaucracy by automating public service delivery across agencies, according to WEF.
Claude Mythos AI model triggers global cyber risk review
Growing concerns over frontier AI systems are prompting global financial regulators to examine cyber…
Interpol warns AI is increasing scale and accessibility of cybercrime
Criminal networks are increasingly outsourcing technical tasks, allowing AI to scale fraud operation…
New Zealand outlines public service reforms focused on digital systems and AI
The reform prioritises streamlined operations and technology-led systems to improve efficiency and r…
Global Network Initiative raises concerns over India’s proposed IT rules amendments
GNI said India's draft rules could expand executive authority over platforms and encourage over-cens…
Jury rules in favour of OpenAI and Sam Altman in Elon Musk lawsuit
A federal jury in California ruled in favour of OpenAI, Sam Altman, and Greg Brockman in a lawsuit b…
HaDEA highlights EU digital projects for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
EU-funded projects highlighted by HaDEA include Nuanua, EURIDICE, AI4GOV-X, and PUNCH.
European Commission launches copyright consultation focused on AI
Generative AI is pushing the European Commission towards a broader review of the copyright framework…
Australia’s WGEA outlines AI transparency rules for internal use
The transparency statement names WGEA's Chief Operating Officer as the accountable official for AI g…
UNESCO highlights role of media literacy in the age of AI
The event hosted by UNESCO will focus on adult learning, digital competencies, critical thinking, an…
UK regulator updates online safety guidance on AI-generated intimate imagery
Online platforms may deploy stronger moderation systems as Ofcom pushes proactive AI detection.
South Korea expands industrial policy support for AI manufacturing technologies
A new industrial growth fund in South Korea will support manufacturing AI initiatives, regional deve…
China pushes deeper AI integration with advanced manufacturing
Industrial AI integration is becoming increasingly important within China’s economic strategy.
Malta launches national AI literacy programme for residents
The initiative is led by the Malta Digital Innovation Authority, with the educational programme deve…
New Google programme targets environmental risks with frontier AI
Advanced AI capabilities are becoming a key driver for environmental technology, improving climate m…
European Commission backs €5 billion fund for AI and deep tech
Strategic technologies are becoming central to the Commission’s long-term economic competitiveness p…
UK financial regulators highlight operational risks linked to frontier AI
Frontier AI raises financial stability and cybersecurity concerns in the UK.
Malaysia sees AI demand supporting economic growth
AI and data centre activity remain strong in Malaysia, supported by the country’s industrial ecosyst…
Deutsche Bank highlights shift towards digital forms of money
Global adoption of digital money is accelerating, with regulatory frameworks and central bank initia…
OpenAI tests financial data integration in ChatGPT
Users can disconnect accounts, delete financial memories, and control whether ChatGPT uses conversat…
South Korea expands international outreach on AI copyright guidance
The guide outlines legal tests for fair use decisions and potentially limits protection for heavily …
Indian science ministry outlines AI and quantum technology priorities
The RDI fund aims to boost private sector research investment for impressive projects.