OpenAI, Google, Microsoft CEOs appointed to new federal AI advisory board
CEOs of OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft join other tech leaders in the newly established Department of…
Artists take legal action against Google: copyright battle over Imagen AI training
Visual artists have initiated a lawsuit against Google and Alphabet, alleging copyright infringement…
UNICEF study finds video games can boost children’s well-being when properly designed
The study, part of the Responsible Innovation in Technology for Children (RITEC) project, shows that…
EU probes Meta platforms for deceptive ads
The investigation is based on suspected EU online content rules breaches.
European Commission president hints at possible TikTok ban in EU
Von der Leyen stated that the Commission had already banned TikTok on its corporate phones and highl…
US wireless carriers fined millions for sharing customers’ personal data
In response to the fines, all wireless carriers intend to appeal the FCC's decision.
Microsoft announces $1.7 billion investment in Indonesia’s cloud services and AI
The investment will include the construction of data centres and aims to bring advanced AI infrastru…
EU designates Apple’s iPadOS as a gatekeeper under DMA
This designation aims to ensure fair markets in the digital sector and regulate gatekeepers.
UK launches cybersecurity law for smart devices to prevent hacking
The new legislation sets a new standard in cybersecurity by enforcing stringent security measures fo…
Vidu: China’s competitor to OpenAI’s Sora in AI video generation
Tsinghua University and Shengshu Technology introduce Vidu, a Chinese AI tool rivaling OpenAI's Sora…
Minister Borg unveils Malta’s digital diplomacy profile
Ian Borg, Malta's Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, has announced on his official…
Biden’s Micron Deal: $6.14 Billion boost for American chip production
President Biden announces a groundbreaking deal with Micron Technology, securing up to $6.14 billion…
UN AI resolution a significant global effort to harness AI for sustainable development
The UN adopted its first, ground-breaking, resolution on AI on 21 March, calling on member states to…
Australia proposes stringent online safety reforms amid legal battle with social media giant
Amid a legal dispute with social media platform X for not removing a violent video, the Australian g…
British intelligence launches initiative to safeguard research universities against cyberespionage
The head of Britain's MI5 urged researcher universities to enhance security measures to protect fron…
Meta platforms face a probe by EU for disinformation handling
As countries gear up for crucial elections in 2024, concerns over disinformation loom, prompting the…
Space industry to leverage AI in orbit to enhance satellite autonomy and safety
Several startups, companies, and governments are trying to build the next AI chips to unleash the po…
Telegram blocks, then restores Ukraine’s official bots
Many major media outlets, government entities, and public figures in both Russia and Ukraine utilise…
Financial Times partners with OpenAI to license content and develop AI tools
The newspaper signs a deal with OpenAI, marking a significant step towards innovation in AI technolo…
AI ‘girlfriend’ ads raise concerns on Meta platforms
Meta faces criticism as Wired uncovers the widespread presence of explicit AI 'girlfriend' ads on it…
NOYB files a privacy complaint against OpenAI’s ChatGPT
OpenAI has acknowledged the challenge of fixing ChatGPT's tendency to provide incorrect responses.
Emerging challenges and diminished attendance at the second global AI safety summit
The second Global AI Safety Summit in Seoul, South Korea, faces decreased attendance compared to its…
FCC orders Chinese telcos to cease internet services in the US
This latest directive is part of a comprehensive strategy to mitigate risks associated with Chinese …
EU Council adopts cross-border data flow protocol with Japan
The EU Council signs a protocol with Japan to facilitate cross-border data flows, enhancing digital …
Gambia and Guinea collaborate on new subsea cable project
Gambia and Guinea are collaborating on a subsea fiber optic cable project to improve connectivity an…
AI governance in Italy: National strategy and law on the horizon
Italy plans to establish a national AI strategy and an AI law ensuring the instrument is ethically i…
WhatsApp threatens shutdown over encryption demands in India
The government counters that these platforms, which monetize user data, have no legal basis to claim…
OpenAI’s push to establish AI as critical infrastructure
OpenAI's cautious choice of the term 'critical infrastructure' over 'public infrastructure' reflects…
Japan Prime Minister to announce international framework for generative AI
Japan's leadership role in spearheading this initiative stems from its previous proposal of the Hiro…
Russia’s Ministry plans stricter rules for foreigners buying SIM cards
Russia's Ministry for Digital Technology, Communication, and Mass Media has proposed a new bill aime…
Japan cracks down on tech giants and social media scams with new legislation
Japan enacted tougher measures to fine tech giants for limiting third-party access, mirroring the EU…
New online app “Ripoti” launched to address digital rights violations in Africa
Ripoti, an app by PIN, aids in reporting and addressing digital rights violations in Africa. It offe…
UNESCO report reveals technology’s mixed impact on girls’ education
The report highlights progress in reducing discrimination against girls over the past twenty years b…
Malware tied to China detected in more than 170 countries, researchers say
The PlugX malware is associated with the Chinese Ministry of State Security.
EU designates Shein as VLOP
Shein, a prominent fast-fashion company, faces stricter regulations after being designated as a very…
Elon Musk’s xAI aims to raise $6 billion in fundraising round
xAI aims to bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds by utilising training data from M…
FCC revives net neutrality rules, sparking legal challenges and political debate
The decision, supported by the Democratic-majority commission, has reignited a longstanding politica…
Japan tightens export rules for advanced tech to prevent military use
Advanced technologies will require prior approval even if the original transaction was for civilian …
Google and Microsoft impress investors with AI growth
Investors were pleasantly surprised by Microsoft Corp. and Google owner Alphabet Inc.'s quarterly re…
Rubio urges Biden to halt Huawei sales amidst Intel Chip controversy
Senator Marco Rubio calls on Biden administration to halt all sales to Huawei after the Chinese tech…
ByteDance weighs options as TikTok faces US ban threat
The Big Tech remains tight-lipped about its plans, merely reiterating its lack of intention to sell …
A final version of stablecoin bill in the US could be ready soon
US House Representative Maxine Waters has indicated that the final version of the stablecoin bill co…
Taiwan now houses Google’s largest hardware R&D center outside the US
Google opens its second research and development office in Taiwan
The Alan Turing Institute stresses AI’s vital role in UK national security
The Turing’s Centre for Emerging Technology and Security (CETaS) emphasizes AI's pivotal role in nat…
Google to cease political ads in Brazil ahead of 2024 electoral resolutions
This decision aligns with the implementation of electoral resolutions for the 2024 elections, which,…
Executives of the cryptocurrency wallet Samourai indicted for money laundering
The CEO and CTO of cryptocurrency company Samourai Wallet, have been charged with conspiracy to comm…
SenseNova 5.0: Advancing AI capabilities and industry reach with ‘Cloud-To-Edge’ technology
Sensetime's Latest SenseNova 5.0 update Elevates Large Language Model Capabilities and Introduces Cl…
Kenya government advises against TikTok ban, proposes oversight
Amid concerns over TikTok's content, Kenya's government recommends stricter oversight instead of a b…
Google’s Bellwether collaborates with US military on disaster response AI
Google's Bellwether collaborates with the National Guard and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to st…
US FCC grapples with 5G’s role in net neutrality regulation
As the FCC prepares to vote on net neutrality, debates over the inclusion of emerging 5G technology …
TikTok responds to EU concerns, suspends rewards in Lite app
The TikTok Lite, designed for slow internet regions, launched last month in Spain and France, has 'v…
Microsoft and Amazon under UK spotlight for AI investments
The companies have expressed confidence in their practices and will cooperate with the CMA's investi…
Google postpones elimination of third-party cookies in Chrome to 2025
Google delayed removing third-party cookies in Chrome until 2025 due to privacy concerns amidst ongo…
US is assessing national security threats from China’s adoption of RISC-V chip technology
According to a letter shared with US lawmakers, the Department of Commerce is assessing the national…
TRAI has released recommendations on telecom infrastructure and spectrum sharing
These proposals aim to optimise resource utilisation, foster competition, and bridge the digital div…
Biden signs and enacts law mandating TikTok sale or ban in US
The bill has now become law, giving ByteDance nine months to sell the app, with a possible three-mon…
ByteDance submits overdue risk assessment for TikTok Lite amid regulatory pressure
Concerns over the addictive nature of TikTok Lite's rewards system prompted EU regulators to threate…
Italy fines Amazon subsidiaries for unfair practices
The regulator claims that Amazon restricted consumers' freedom of choice by automatically pre-settin…
US unveils charges against alleged Iranian hackers
The US Attorney General has emphasised the severity of cyber threats originating from Iran, highligh…
Spain reopens probe into Israeli NSO Group’s Pegasus software
The Spanish government has not disclosed whether foreign or domestic entities are suspected of orche…
US FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements nationwide
The Federal Trade Commission's decision to ban noncompete agreements marks a significant shift in em…
Uzbekistan and Chinese entrepreneurs forge green digital collaboration
The Action Plan features initiatives such as a waste incineration plant, an eco-industrial park, onl…
Australian senator calls for Musk’s imprisonment
Amid escalating tensions between Elon Musk and Australian authorities over the publication of a cont…
Chinese entities bypassed US export ban on advanced Nvidia AI chips
Chinese universities and research institutions acquired high-end Nvidia artificial intelligence (AI)…
Nigeria launches first multilingual large language model for inclusive AI development
Nigeria launches its first Multilingual Large Language Model (LLM), aiming to foster inclusive AI de…
UK Government Introduces £8 Million Fund to Enhance AI Integration in the Maritime Sector
The fund will notably support feasibility studies and the development of new technologies, covering …
Google fires 20 more workers amid Israeli contract protests
As debates rage on regarding corporate responsibility and workplace activism, Google's latest decisi…
Kenya and Angola forge innovative telecom partnership in Africa
Spearheaded by Angola's Minister Mário Oliveira, the collaboration leverages Angola's communication …
US Senate passes bill mandating TikTok sale or US ban
The bill is part of a foreign aid package expected to be signed into law by President Joe Biden. Law…
EU Parliament approves Right to Repair directive to cut waste
MEPs strongly supported the Right to Repair Directive, emphasizing its goal of enhancing consumer ac…
Malaysia’s new initiatives to boost its tech hub status
In his keynote address at the KL20 Summit 2024, organized by the Malaysian government, Economy Minis…
Japan’s antitrust watchdog orders Google to address advertising restrictions
The commission conducted a study and determined that Google's practices undermined fair competition …
Microsoft unveils Phi-3 Mini for AI innovation
Small AI models like Phi-3 are gaining traction for their cost-effectiveness and suitability for per…
Africa aims to increase investment in expanding broadband connectivity
The Kenyan president delved into the disparity between mobile service availability and usage, while …
Border chaos looms as app delayed for UK-EU entry system
The EES scheme, which requires non-EU passport holders to register biometrics, is set to begin on 6 …
US Commerce Secretary’s remarks on Huawei Chip and export controls
The US Commerce Secretary, Gina Raimondo, has downplayed the chip in Huawei's latest smartphone, the…
NITDA and NIMC partner to enhance digital infrastructure in Nigeria
Focused on improving identity management, payment systems, and data exchange, the partnership integr…
UK’s Data Protection Bill sparks controversy
Critics are strongly opposed to the UK's proposed Data Protection and Digital Information Bill (DPDI…
Brazilian court demands answers from X over alleged non-compliance
In a move that underscores growing concerns over digital oversight, Brazil's Supreme Court has issue…
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance faces class-action lawsuit in Canada
The lawsuit claims that Binance sold crypto derivative products without registration, in violation o…
North Korean hackers target South Korean defence firms
In a relentless campaign spanning over a year, North Korean hackers have set their sights on South K…
EU threatens TikTok Lite suspension over mental health concerns
TikTok has been given a deadline to provide a risk assessment report and other requested information…
Japan to launch new international AI dialogue framework
The framework's non-binding nature seeks to promote global adherence and a cooperative approach to A…
Kyrgyzstan blocks TikTok over child protection concerns
This move reflects Kyrgyzstan's tightening control over media and civil society. Despite being relat…
Meta spokesperson sentenced to six years in Russia
Meta Platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, are considered extremist organisations in Russia a…
MITRE discloses breach due to Ivanti’s zero-day vulnerabilities
Malicious actors exploited IT vendor Invanti's two zero-day vulnerabilities and compromised MITRE an…
UK draft report questions Google’s Privacy Sandbox
Critics question Google's Privacy Sandbox's ability to balance privacy and targeted advertising effe…
Google blocks news links in California amid legislative battle
This decision, labeled as a "short-term test" by Google, has drawn criticism from politicians and pu…
BBC boosts educational content with £6 million AI investment
BBC is taking a significant leap forward by investing millions in AI technology to revolutionise its…
Bollywood actors featured in AI fake videos for India’s election
As India's general election unfolds, AI-generated fake videos featuring Bollywood actors have sparke…
Meta shifts away from politics ahead of 2024 US election
Meta's recent pivot away from politics signals a significant change in how the company approaches po…
UK bans sex offender from AI tools after child abuse conviction
A landmark decision in the UK restricts a sex offender's access to AI tools following a conviction f…
China establishes new military unit for networked warfare
Amid global concerns over cyber threats, China unveils its latest move in modernizing its military c…
X defies Australia’s content removal demands
As tensions escalate between Elon Musk's tech empire and Australian authorities, a legal showdown lo…
US House of Representatives passes bill targeting TikTok over national security concerns
The bill aims to protect Americans, especially children, from what is seen as Chinese propaganda on …
Thailand to block unauthorized cryptocurrency platforms
Thai authorities have decided to block unauthorised cryptocurrency platforms in order to enhance law…
The ethical and technological frontier of brain-computer interfaces in military applications
Brain computer interfaces military application allows soldiers to control devices with their thought…
Papua New Guinea Partners with China for digital transformation
The agreement, announced by ICT Minister Timothy Masiu and formalized in Port Moresby, aligns with P…
Hugging Face unveils new benchmark for AI in healthcare
The AI startup Hugging Face released a new benchmark test called Open Medical-LLM
Italy proactive in AI and information rights, Europe should follow says RSF
As Europe readies for elections, Italy is working on legislation to regulate the research and use of…