Taiwan says power supply ready for AI growth
Officials insist Taiwan is prepared for future AI energy needs following comments from Nvidia’s Jens…
Vietnam introduces mandatory labels for AI-generated content
Vietnam will require labels on AI-generated images, videos and audio from May under new transparency…
Greece launches public AI literacy guide for citizens
Public AI awareness expands after Greece introduced free AI learning resources.
Environmental group raises concerns over AI data centre emissions in Scotland
APRS claims that Scotland’s climate analysis ignores hyperscale AI facilities, despite growing propo…
New OECD measure compares AI and job capabilities
Office and administrative support occupations show the closest match with current AI capabilities, a…
Russia tightens crypto mining oversight with new IP tracking rules
The Federal Tax Service will use enhanced technical reporting requirements to track electricity usag…
Singapore pushes trusted AI governance with KPMG AI centre
New AI initiative in Singapore focuses on trust, governance, workforce inclusion and responsible AI …
Kenya proposes new taxes on digital payments and fintech services
Virtual Asset Service Providers in Kenya would be required to submit annual user and transaction dat…
European Patent Office expands AI use in patent examination
Human-centric AI remains central as the EPO develops AI-assisted patent drafting and search systems …
Argentina launches AI ‘Digital Twin’ system for social policy simulations
The idea is to build a virtual model of society capable of simulating social and economic outcomes b…
Pope Leo XIV releases first encyclical focused on AI and human dignity
Vatican and Pope Leo XIV call for ethical AI governance and stronger human protections.
BEREC to present Digital Networks Act assessment
The debriefing will also cover BEREC's latest plenary outcomes and a consultation on 5G network slic…
NSW privacy survey highlights concern over AI and data breaches
Seventy percent of respondents were concerned about NSW government use of AI and automated decisions…
India summit boosts inclusive AI for development
The summit examined how AI can support India's Viksit Bharat vision through inclusion and public ser…
Kazakhstan launches UNESCO AI readiness assessment initiative
The initiative aims to align AI governance with international ethical and human rights standards.
European Commission delays tech sovereignty package again
Alleged US concerns over ‘protectionist’ rules emerge before latest EU delay.
Canada backs AI adoption across Toronto businesses
Nearly C$16.5 million will support 13 Greater Toronto Area organisations in Canada working on AI ado…
US and Sweden expand cooperation on AI and strategic technologies
The memorandum includes collaboration on biomedical research, quantum technologies and space innovat…
EU and Mexico strengthen cooperation against crypto-related money laundering
Officials warned that criminal networks are increasingly using digital assets to transfer illicit fu…
Institute for AI Policy and Strategy warns of frontier AI cybersecurity risks
The think tank proposes new federal coordination on AI-related cyber and national security threats.
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…
United Kingdom and Australia tighten alliance on AI security risks
Under the agreement, both countries will share research and develop joint approaches to evaluating A…
EU consultation closes on AI energy measurement
The consultation focused on measuring AI energy use across training, inference, hardware, and perfor…
European Commission marks 10 years of GDPR
The Commission said the GDPR has influenced data protection laws beyond Europe and supported privacy…
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.
EU advances DSA researcher access with platform roundtable
The DSA data access mechanism lets vetted researchers request platform data to study systemic risks …
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 Union reviews platform power in third annual Digital Markets Act report
The DMA framework continues to evolve as the EU seeks to strengthen competition and ensure fair trea…
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…