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…
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…
Coordinated global investigation brings down phishing service LabHost
The service was behind over 40,000 phishing domains.
EU demands adult content platforms to assess risks
Adult content companies Pornhub, Stripchat, and XVideos are required to comply with new EU online co…
Google faces privacy concerns in UK over cookie replacements
The UK's privacy regulator is sounding the alarm over Google's latest cookie replacements, highlight…
FBI chief warns of Chinese hackers threatening US infrastructure
China denies involvement, attributing the campaign to a criminal ransomware group.
Deepfake controversy surrounds Le Pen family ahead of EU elections
These digitally manipulated clips, circulating widely on platforms like TikTok, have raised concerns…
Google fires 28 employees over protest against Israeli contract
The firing of employees by Google sparked outrage and accusations of disproportionate action.
Japan’s antitrust bill to target tech giants
Japan is strengthening its antitrust laws to limit potential monopolies among corporations, similar …
Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China app store
The removal of WhatsApp and Threads from Apple's China app store marks a significant escalation in t…
OpenAI hires first employee in India for AI policy
This hiring comes as India elects a new administration to shape AI regulations. OpenAI aims to advoc…
UK union proposes bill to protect workers from AI risks
The TUC wants the government to regulate AI more firmly and ensure trade union rights.
Meta launches Llama 3 to challenge OpenAI
Future versions of Llama 3 will include advanced reasoning and multimodal capabilities.
France Seeks Clarification on European Cloud Services Scheme
France expresses reservations on the latest version of the European Cloud Services scheme, expressin…
Australian researchers launch database to combat misinformation
Developed with funding from the Australian Research Council, the IDPO will offer comprehensive insig…
EU leaders consider sanctions in response to suspected Russian election interference
Brussels is considering sanctions against Moscow amid warnings of disinformation campaigns, with int…
Microsoft warns of Russian online campaigns targeting US election
Concerns about AI manipulation are raised, with Microsoft finding that simpler digital forgeries are…
Iran allocates funds to expand state-controlled internet infrastructure
This allocation, part of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology's broader financi…
South Korea to revolutione public services through AI
With a substantial 11 billion won investment, South Korea is revolutionizing public services and agr…
TeachAI announces Foundational Policy Ideas for AI in Education
TeachAI, led by prominent organizations like Code.org and Khan Academy, has introduced essential pol…
Samsung ordered to pay $142 Million in 5G patent case
A Texas federal jury determined that Samsung Electronics has to pay $142 million to G+ Communication…
NSA’s AISC releases guidance on securing AI systems
The guidance emphasises implementing mitigations for known vulnerabilities in AI systems and provide…
Pakistan blocks social media platform X for national security reasons
The government stated that the ban was imposed because X failed to comply with lawful directives and…
UK policymakers begin drafting AI legislation targeting most advanced AI models
The UK is starting to draft regulations governing artificial intelligence with an emphasis on the mo…
Iraq and Kuwait forge agreement to establish direct telecom route to Europe
Iraq and Kuwait have signed a landmark agreement to create a direct telecom link to Europe. This mov…
India greenlights Elon Musk’s Starlink for nationwide internet access
This decision, coinciding with Musk's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sets conditions for…
MTN and Huawei launch innovation lab for African digital transformation
By leveraging the combined expertise and resources of MTN and Huawei, the lab aims to promote the ad…
Baidu’s chatbot Ernie Bot surpasses 200 million users
Chinese Baidu's AI chatbot, Ernie Bot, reaches 200 million users and faces competition from its chi…
European Commission gives TikTok 24 hours to provide risk assessment of TikTok Lite
Under the Digital Services Act, the EU industry chief Thierry Breton has requested the assessment, a…
Canada moves forward with digital services tax despite international delays
Despite waiting for international negotiations on a global tax treaty, Canada is pushing ahead with …
X’s compliance with Indian election commission orders sparks disagreement
Social media platform X complied with directives from India's election commission to withhold politi…
Enhancing Security for NATO’s Undersea Infrastructure Amid Russian Threats
NATO official warns of vulnerabilities amid rising concerns over Russian threats while NATO enhances…
Far-right party Chega challenges Meta over 10-year Facebook ban
It is unclear what specific actions or content led to the restriction of Chega's Facebook account by…
EDPB issues opinion on ‘pay or consent’ model for behavioral advertising
European Data Protection Board opinion evaluates 'consent or pay' model, emphasizing GDPR compliance…
Snap introduces watermarks for AI-generated images
Snap's latest move to add watermarks to AI-generated images aims to enhance transparency and safegua…
Concerns raised over TikTok’s US data handling
Amidst claims of continued collaboration between TikTok's US operations and its Chinese parent compa…
Intel develops reduced-capability AI chips for China amid US export controls
The chips will be launched in June and September. Nvidia, a rival company, also plans three China-sp…
UNDP confirms ransomware attack
Personal data of past and current personnel and procurement information were compromised.
Cybersecurity experts sound alarm over US National Vulnerability Database
The experts warn of potential supply chain security crisis as issues persist with the US National Vu…
EU users can now download iOS apps directly from developers
Apple's decision to allow developers to distribute iOS apps directly to the EU users marks a signifi…
Kenya aims to issue 3 million digital IDs and 1 million biometric passports
The decision aims to streamline access to vital documents and boost revenue through eCitizen service…
Maryland passes law regulating facial recognition use by law enforcement
Unanimously approved by the Maryland General Assembly, House Bill 338/Senate Bill 182 imposes string…
EU cybersecurity label vote postponed
Disagreements over imposing strict requirements on big tech companies have caused the delay.
UNDP hosts G7 Italian Presidency to discuss AI for sustainable development with African Union
UNDP convenes AU officials and the G7 Italian Presidency in Addis Ababa to discuss Artificial Intell…
Meta oversight board reviews handling of sexually explicit AI-generated images
The board will assess Meta's policies and enforcement practices regarding pornographic fakes created…
EU, GIZ, and Orange collaborate on a digital transformation initiative in Côte d’Ivoire
The project centres on harnessing the power of digital technology to drive innovation and progress t…
X agrees to comply with Brazilian court orders
Musk's X faces scrutiny and legal challenges in Brazil as it pledges compliance with court directive…
US rights groups push for limits on facial recognition tech
The EFF argues that FRT is unreliable and puts marginalised communities at risk while threatening pr…
California advances bill to combat digital discrimination in broadband access
While facing opposition from industry representatives citing concerns over legal ramifications and o…
Companies in UK reconsider facial recognition amid regulatory clampdown
Amidst regulatory scrutiny, UK businesses are reassessing the use of facial recognition technology a…
R00TK1T and Cyber Army of Russia collaborate in BreachForums takedown
This latest incident adds to the challenges faced by BreachForums, which has weathered numerous setb…
Microsoft ‘ground zero’ for state-sponsored hackers, executive warns
He highlighted the hackers' adept data accumulation tactics.
FDA approves new AI tool for sepsis detection
The FDA has approved the Sepsis ImmunoScore, an AI-based diagnostic tool that integrates into hospit…
UK treasury to introduce regulatory framework for crypto assets and stablecoins in July
The UK Treasury is preparing to introduce a regulatory framework for crypto assets and stablecoins b…
Israeli startup Bridgewise raises $21 million for AI investment research
Amidst a finance industry embracing technological advancements, Bridgewise's innovative approach to …
RansomHub hackers publish part of stolen Change Healthcare records
The records contain personal information about patients, including medical records, billing files an…
Microsoft teams up with G42 in bid to ditch China
G42 faced scrutiny over its ties to blacklisted Chinese businesses but denied connections to the Chi…
Mark Zuckerberg wins dismissal in lawsuits over social media harm to children
The lawsuits, brought by children who claim addiction to social media platforms, argued that Zuckerb…
