Italy issues guidelines requiring consent for email tracking pixels
Recipients must receive clear information and easy withdrawal options for tracking pixel consent wit…
Georgia hosts EPO talks on patents and technology transfer
A visit to Georgia by EPO President António Campinos centred on patents, validation, and research co…
Philippines and Bermuda sign data protection agreement to strengthen cross-border cooperation
Authorities will share information on privacy violations.
Microsoft commits A$25 billion to expand AI and cloud in Australia
Australia will see expanded AI and cloud capacity under a new A$25 billion Microsoft investment anno…
OpenAI privacy model sets new standard for AI-data protection
New AI tool from OpenAI, called Privacy Filter, enables secure local processing of sensitive informa…
UK government seeks industry cooperation to strengthen AI-driven cyber resilience
Rising cyber threats drive UK investment in AI-powered national security systems.
Online safety agreement signed by eSafety and OAIC in Australia
Australia has moved to align online safety and privacy oversight through a new agreement between eSa…
UNESCO highlights barriers facing students with disabilities in education systems
Education gaps persist as UNESCO highlights the lack of data on students with disabilities.
AI governance debate intensifies amid rapid global expansion
Challenges over disinformation and institutional integrity are shaping AI governance policy debates,…
IWF data shows 63% of global child abuse content hosted in the EU
The EU hosts the majority of abuse webpages as IWF urges urgent regulatory action.
NCSC publishes new cross-domain architecture guidance
New guidance from NCSC outlines how organisations can build more secure cross-domain architectures f…
eSafety Commissioner of Australia issues notices to Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite and Steam
Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite and Steam have received eSafety notices linked to grooming, sexual extor…
Ofcom releases public 4chan decision under UK online safety rules
A public Ofcom decision says 4chan failed to meet UK online safety duties on illegal content risk as…
UNIDIR highlights role of women in AI governance and international security
Diverse perspectives are seen as critical to AI governance.
Ukraine highlights AI strategic shifts
AI development is shifting towards infrastructure and energy competition.
UK’s National Cyber Security Centre chief warns of ‘perfect storm’ for UK cybersecurity
The head of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre said cybersecurity is entering a period of 'tumu…
Hong Kong advances digital corporate identity to transform business operations
New digital identity system enables secure business transactions and reduces administrative burden f…
ILO sets first global framework for AI use in manufacturing sector
Policy conclusions reveal how ILO is shaping responsible AI use across global manufacturing sectors.
ILO report warns of rising workplace risks amid digital transformation
Workplace-related stress factors contribute to major health conditions and result in significant eco…
Employee monitoring grows at Meta as AI overhaul accelerates
The company says safeguards are in place, but workers have raised concerns over privacy and increase…
UK children’s bill advances with new online safety powers
House of Commons-printed text of the UK Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill includes child interne…
Ofcom steps up child safety enforcement with Telegram and chat site investigations
Teen Chat and Chat Avenue are under scrutiny for allegedly failing to protect children from online g…
AI adoption across Australian Public Service depends on trust, alignment and imagination, Poole says
AI adoption in the Australian Public Service is moving beyond experimentation, according to Lucy Poo…
UNESCO launches regional observatory on AI in education in Latin America and the Caribbean
The new UNESCO observatory on AI in education is intended to support public policy and regional coop…
Philippines presses Meta for faster action on online disinformation
Digital regulation intensifies as the Philippines challenges Meta's response to online disinformatio…
Claude Mythos Preview sets new benchmark for AI capability and raises governance questions
Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview is its most capable model to date, withheld from public release an…
Law Society conference highlights GDPR’s role in regulating AI tools
Legal experts have said GDPR obligations remain fundamental when assessing data protection issues li…
Singapore proposes more tailored capital rules for crypto assets
Banks in Singapore may gain limited exposure to select crypto assets, capped at 2% of Tier 1 capital…
UK reviews mobile market as nationwide standalone 5G target approaches
Ambitious telecom reforms position the UK at the centre of global 5G and digital infrastructure inve…
YouTube expands AI deepfake detection tools for celebrities
Digital safeguards improve as YouTube enables tools to track and remove deepfake content.
US and Philippines plan economic security zone focused on AI and supply chains
It aims to strengthen supply chains and manufacturing capacity.
European Commission opens call for AI medical imaging pilots
Two large-scale pilots using AI for medical imaging will receive EU support under a new European Com…
Global stablecoin rule gaps raise concerns in Bank for International Settlements warning
Stablecoin growth may increase bank funding costs and shift lending toward non-bank institutions, wh…
European Commission allocates €63.2 million to support AI innovation in health and online safety
Funding targets healthcare and online safety applications.
Commonwealth Secretariat convenes AI election training in Trinidad and Tobago
Election professionals from across the region are meeting at a Commonwealth Secretariat training eve…
UK’s ICO outlines personal data use in elections
Voters should expect clear and transparent use of their information.
Knowledge synthesis tool RASS presented by European Commission’s Joint Research Centre
The JRC says its Research ASSistant prototype is designed to support knowledge synthesis while allow…
Australian regulator highlights rising AI use across various industries
Regulators call for stronger safeguards as AI expands in Australia.
UK regulator selects firms for second cohort of AI testing programme in financial services
FCA has expanded its AI Live Testing programme with a second cohort of firms including major financi…
Ofcom updates enforcement programme on CSAM risks in file-sharing services
Ofcom has updated its enforcement programme assessing file-sharing and file-storage services for ris…
India forms expert committee to support AI governance framework
India has set up a Technology and Policy Expert Committee to support AI governance decisions and adv…
Frontier AI cybersecurity risks highlighted by the World Economic Forum
Cybersecurity shifts as AI accelerates vulnerability discovery, World Economic Forum analysis finds.
UK NCSC calls for stronger cyber readiness
Resilience is prioritised over prevention alone.
EU launches protected data register
The platform improves visibility and access to sensitive datasets.
NOYB highlights access request failures
Users face challenges when requesting information about their data.
Kazakhstan prioritises cyber resilience
New measures include biometric identification for data operators.
Saudi Arabia pilots global blueprint for quantum economy development
Findings show that countries can advance in quantum technology without full hardware ownership, rely…
Report on Geneva 2027 AI Summit preparations available
The report outlines initial consultations for the Geneva 2027 AI Summit, based on a roundtable and w…
DIFC unveils plan to build ‘AI-native’ financial centre in Dubai
Smart infrastructure, robotics and digital systems will form part of DIFC’s long-term vision for a f…
Malaysia aligns workplace safety reforms with ILO standards
Officials emphasised that improving occupational safety requires collaboration across sectors, backe…
IWF and Utropolis partnership strengthens AI-driven child online safety
New partnership sees IWF and Utropolis strengthen AI-driven protections for child online safety.
EU turns digital strategy into infrastructure diplomacy with partner countries
Study visit highlights the EU efforts to promote trusted digital infrastructure and cybersecurity co…
Tax Practitioners Board of Australia ends submissions on AI draft for tax agents
The submissions period has closed for Australia's Tax Practitioners Board exposure draft on AI and p…
Ofcom closes initial online safety fees notification window
Providers under the UK online safety fees regime are now moving to the next stage after Ofcom closed…
WHO/Europe warns safeguards lag as AI use grows in health care
All EU Member States prioritise improved patient care as AI expands, with most already integrating t…
UK invests £500 million in Sovereign AI fund to boost startups
Sovereign AI initiative positions the UK as a key player in global AI development.
OpenAI accelerates life sciences research with a new specialised model
Scientific research evolves rapidly, with OpenAI delivering a model optimised for complex biological…
New India partnership targets AI innovation and digital transformation
The partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in advanced technologies through joint initiatives an…
Health queries dominate AI chatbot use, study finds
AI is increasingly used to support healthcare navigation, including appointments, paperwork and unde…
UNCTAD warns least developed countries lag in services export growth
A new UNCTAD update highlights uneven services export growth, data gaps, and the policy challenges l…
WHO launches AI Community of Practice for emergency response surveillance
A new WHO Community of Practice will support capacity-building and guidance on AI for emergency surv…
EU proposes new Google search-data sharing measures under DMA
A public consultation is underway as the EU seeks to balance market competition with data protection…
Paraguay introduces AI rules for courts with UNESCO support and human oversight focus
Judicial transparency improves as AI is regulated with strict human oversight in Paraguay.
Canada’s cyber resilience plan targets AI-driven threats to critical infrastructure
National security efforts expand as Canada addresses AI-driven cyber risks targeting essential servi…
Europol shut down illegal booter services across 21 countries
Authorities disrupted illegal cyberattack services, seizing domains and exposing millions of user ac…
ADR deadline falls for European Commission digital consumer redress tool
The ADR framework requires the European Commission to provide a digital tool on consumer redress and…
ILO warns against treating AI exposure indicators as job-loss forecasts
Exposure indicators should be used as early signals rather than predictions, alongside broader labou…
AI needs digital public infrastructure to work for citizens, World Economic Forum says
According to the World Economic Forum, coordinated government action will be essential to scale thes…
Study suggests AI reliance may weaken short-term problem-solving
Cognitive performance declines as AI use reduces persistence and independent problem-solving ability…
ESMA signals end of MiCA transition period as EU crypto enforcement tightens
National authorities, supported by ESMA, will oversee compliance as the EU enforces a unified licens…
New Zealand steps up crypto tax enforcement with stronger data scrutiny
Authorities are urging investors to correct tax filings as enhanced data tools identify discrepancie…
South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission closes consultation on domestic agent rules for foreign platforms
New e-commerce enforcement rules proposed by the Fair Trade Commission would require some overseas b…
EDPB adopts scientific research data guidelines and Europrivacy opinions
New EDPB guidelines clarify GDPR rules for scientific research, while the Board also advanced anonym…
UK Defence Innovation opens Biosecurity Frontiers competition with up to £2 million
A new UK competition invites proposals on biosurveillance, AI for diagnostics and vaccines, and non-…
Algorithm design and platform models fuel fractured realities, as per JRC report
A new EU report warns that algorithm-driven online environments are making it harder to find common …
Generative AI reshapes work patterns in Viet Nam
Millions of workers are experiencing task-level changes driven by AI across clerical services, finan…
Software sector faces AI disruption
The sector is adapting to new AI driven priorities globally.
Generative AI practice note issued by Federal Court of Australia
The Federal Court of Australia says generative AI may offer efficiency benefits, but its use must re…
Researchers flag risks in EU AI changes
Concerns focus on patient safety and legal uncertainty.
NCC Group identifies sovereignty, AI oversight, and board accountability as cyber policy drivers
A new NCC Group report says cyber regulation is becoming more closely tied to geopolitics, national …
AI-driven cyber threats prompt UK warning to businesses
A UK open letter says AI-driven cyber threats require faster action on cyber hygiene, governance, an…
Illegal cryptocurrency circulation to carry prison sentences in Russia
A new criminal code article formally defines unauthorised crypto activity as an offence under Russia…
UK advances AI in education support
The initiative targets disadvantaged pupils needing extra support.
Australia’s OAIC updates the Children’s Online Privacy Code page during public consultation
The OAIC has updated information on its draft Children's Online Privacy Code, including consultation…
Canada boosts quantum research funding
The initiative targets research, collaboration and innovation.
Ghana expands AI skills with UN and the Government of Japan partners
Training focuses on AI use in governance and public services.
European firms launch Disaster Recovery Pack for tech independence
A group of European technology providers has launched a joint disaster recovery solution designed to…
OpenAI expands cyber defence programme with trusted access and industry partnerships
AI security advances as OpenAI provides tools for vulnerability detection and defence.
Google expands AI partnerships to support digital transformation in Latin America
Economic transformation advances as Google promotes responsible AI adoption in Latin America.
EU updates technology licensing competition rules to reflect data and digital markets
Digital market regulation strengthens as new EU guidance addresses data licensing.
Kazakhstan introduces mandatory audits for high-risk AI systems
AI systems will be assessed through audits and documentation checks, with approved systems added to …
UK’s NCSC chief warns frontier AI will speed up cybersecurity threats
The UK's NCSC says frontier AI will make vulnerabilities easier to find and exploit, raising cyber s…
EU proposes data sharing measures for Google under Digital Markets Act
Market access improves as Google becomes central to EU search data sharing rules.
Indonesia calls for targeted strategy to close AI development gap
AI development gaps are linked to differences in knowledge, investment and infrastructure, with targ…
European Commission says new age verification app is ready to help protect children online
The European Commission says an EU-wide age verification app to help protect children online is tech…
Quantum technologies tested to strengthen energy systems
Early quantum pilots suggest potential improvements in how energy networks balance fluctuating suppl…
Crypto exposure remains low among Danish citizens
Despite global market growth, crypto-asset exposure remains limited, with crypto-assets in Danes sti…
Microsoft highlights healthcare AI use in emergency response, diagnosis, and hospital operations
Healthcare AI deployments highlighted by Microsoft range from fire department dispatch support to ra…
Singapore advisory warns frontier AI could accelerate cybersecurity risks
Frontier AI could shorten the time needed to identify and exploit weaknesses, Singapore's cyber agen…
UK moves closer to full crypto regime with FCA consultation
Proposed rules will cover stablecoins, trading, custody and staking, aiming to provide clarity for f…