IBM and ETH Zurich announce partnership on AI and quantum algorithms
Both organisations believe algorithms will define the next computing revolution as quantum and AI te…
Malwarebytes highlights Microsoft findings on WhatsApp attachments used in Windows attacks
A WhatsApp attachment campaign targeting Windows users used social engineering and built-in system t…
Cyberattack on Hasbro exposes vulnerabilities in large enterprise systems
Following the cyberattack, Hasbro faces operational delays and an ongoing investigation into potenti…
UK regulator orders revised safety assessments under Online Safety Act
Online Safety Act enforcement expands as the UK's Ofcom demands transparency and stronger safeguards…
Responsible AI gaps highlighted in UNESCO and Thomson Reuters Foundation report
New research based on 3,000 companies finds a gap between responsible AI commitments and day-to-day …
Serbia launches LORYA to turn cultural heritage into AI-ready language data
The system aims to improve access to underrepresented languages in AI while supporting research and …
Cyberbullying in education addressed at UNESCO workshop in Addis Ababa
Educators and youth leaders in Addis Ababa took part in UNESCO training on cyberbullying prevention …
Digital euro emerges as core pillar of EU financial independence
ECB strategy promotes digital euro to address rising reliance on non-European financial systems and …
MIT develops AI framework to test ethics in autonomous systems
AI framework assesses ethical risks in autonomous systems, identifying fairness issues and improving…
EIB highlights AI as key driver of Croatia’s economic growth
Croatia urged by EIB to accelerate AI adoption to boost competitiveness.
EPO accelerates digital patent shift with paperless system by 2027
Digital transformation at EPO improves efficiency with electronic filing and AI-assisted workflows.
New Oracle agentic AI tool streamlines CAD to procurement workflows
The platform boosts efficiency by shortening sourcing cycles and reducing administrative workload, a…
Call to scrap cookie banners gains traction
Experts call for new approaches beyond cookie based consent systems.
Experts warn YouTube AI slop harms children and demand action
Concerns grow over AI generated videos reaching children, as experts call for stricter controls and …
Microsoft announces $5.5 billion Singapore plan with free Copilot for students
Singapore strengthens its AI ecosystem through major investment, expanded training programmes and fr…
New AI system improves product safety checks at Meta
The system automates documentation and surfaces legal requirements, helping teams identify risks fas…
Mozambique explores AI role in strengthening electoral systems
AI is being considered to support electoral systems, with discussions focusing on efficiency gains a…
UK expands efforts to boost digital inclusion
Thousands of devices donated to support online access and skills.
EDB fund and Kazakhstan ministry sign AI cooperation memorandum
A new agreement between the EDB fund and Kazakhstan's AI ministry sets out plans for cooperation on …
Swiss survey highlights concern over big tech and digital sovereignty
Switzerland reports rising concern over big tech influence and increasing demand for government over…
UN Global Mechanism on ICT security discusses procedures, debates co-facilitator appointments
The UN Global Mechanism on ICT security held its third organisational meeting, during which member s…
Australia and Anthropic deepen AI safety cooperation
The partnership includes collaboration with Australia’s AI Safety Institute and sharing of AI capabi…
France moves toward social media restrictions for children under 15
Lawmakers in France push new restrictions on minors’ access to digital platforms.
Metaverse’s decline and the harsh limits of a virtual future
As Meta scales back Horizon Worlds, the metaverse stands as a costly lesson in hype, platform power,…
Dutch court bans harmful Grok AI-generated images
Platform faces fines if it does not comply with ruling.
Google expands AI skills initiative to boost career mobility in the UK
A new UK initiative by Google helps workers use AI tools to unlock job opportunities.
Agentic AI study begins through University of Glasgow and Lloyds partnership
A new research partnership will test how agentic AI tools perform in real software and data engineer…
California challenges federal approach with new AI rules
New policies in California require AI companies to address bias, safety, and transparency risks.
Future intelligent networks move towards 6G era
Upcoming mobile networks are expected to become cognitive, with the ability to learn, adapt and make…
Healthcare data breach raises concerns over cloud security
Hackers accessed healthcare data systems at CareCloud, raising concerns over patient privacy.
Australia reviews compliance with under-16 social media age ban
Regulatory scrutiny increases as platforms struggle to implement reliable age verification and repor…
Software development dominates AI agent tool usage
New research reveals how AI agents are increasingly used for software development and task automatio…
EU boosts fact-checking with €5 million disinformation resilience plan
The €5 million grant helps the European Commission expand fact-checking capacity and protect informa…
World Data Organisation launches in Beijing to advance global data governance
The organisation works to bridge the global data divide and strengthen international digital governa…
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 AI glasses expands smart eyewear line
New AI features include hands-free nutrition tracking and WhatsApp message summaries, aiming to make…
New China rules broaden 2026 agricultural census and tighten data controls
Revised Chinese agricultural census rules add new data methods and stronger checks before the next n…
Smart TV viewing upgraded with YouTube AI feature
Aiming to redefine home entertainment, conversational AI is integrated into the living room, making …
FTC accuses OkCupid of sharing user data contrary to privacy promises
OkCupid is accused by the FTC of sharing personal information with a third party without notice or a…
UN Global Mechanism on ICT security advances work, shifts focus to implementation
The UN Global Mechanism on ICT security held its second meeting, with member states emphasising impl…
UNESCO initiative drives new digital platform governance frameworks in South Asia
Regional policymakers strengthen governance frameworks as UNESCO promotes transparency, accountabili…
EU funding platform drives competitiveness in strategic technologies
Innovation funding grows across the EU as the European Commission supports critical technology secto…
AI capacity partnership links UNDP and Intel in Lesotho and Liberia
Lesotho and Liberia are the focus of a UNDP and Intel effort to strengthen AI capacity through train…
New quantum threat could weaken cryptocurrency encryption systems
Experts emphasise the need for coordinated action across the crypto industry to prepare for potentia…
Cloudflare adds LLM layer to client-side security detection pipeline
Client-side security tools from Cloudflare now include wider access, domain-based threat intelligenc…
Funding boost for UK cities innovation sector
Investment aims to support innovation in games and virtual reality.
EPO strengthens industry collaboration on European patent innovation
Patent accessibility and AI integration improve as EPO advances innovation strategies.
Technology reshapes pensions engagement
Dashboards may drive stronger engagement with retirement planning decisions.
Why Geneva’s AI week matters more than a single summit
Three overlapping forums in Geneva will bring AI diplomacy, technical ambition, and digital cooperat…
MIT uses AI to detect atomic material defects
Traditional methods often require destructive testing and offer limited insight, while the AI approa…
Italy fines major bank over data protection failures
Security oversight gaps trigger enforcement action against Intesa Sanpaolo for data breach failures.
New Microsoft Copilot update brings deeper enterprise AI integration
Enterprises using early access features report clearer task management and faster workflows via inte…
UK-Philippines partnership advances digital education and EdTech
AI and EdTech programmes support education transformation in the Philippines.
UK backs quantum technology with £2 billion plan
Plan aims to deploy large scale quantum computers by early 2030s.
UK authorities have fined an Apple subsidiary over a sanctions breach
The sanctions watchdog concluded that due diligence gaps allowed transactions linked to Russian fina…
Malta launches SMART Food project with AI and blockchain
Innovative digital tools using AI and blockchain will allow Maltese consumers and producers to acces…
New AI features reshape Samsung browsing experience
Cross-device syncing lets browsing move between phones and PCs, with secure logins and autofill impr…
UK-backed SPOQC mission launches to test space-based quantum communications
The SPOQC mission will test two quantum communication methods from space as part of the UK's wider q…
Ofcom proposes tougher rules on scam mobile messages
Final regulatory decisions on mobile messaging protections are expected to be published in summer 20…
UN launches Global Mechanism on ICT security, elects chair for 2026–2027
The UN held the organisational session of its new Global Mechanism on ICT security, electing El Salv…
Brazil study maps age assurance practices across 25 digital services
A Brazil study finds that most analysed digital services do not apply age assurance at the point of …
ILO and World Bank paper says GenAI may deepen labour-market divides
New research from the ILO and World Bank finds that GenAI disruption could outpace productivity gain…
South Korea sets ambition to become AI leader
Investment in skills and technology to drive AI adoption.
Microsoft expands cloud footprint in Denmark
Investment expected to drive local digital economy growth.
Boston schools expand AI learning initiative
Students to gain skills for future jobs shaped by AI technologies.
Campaign highlights risks of profit-driven digital platforms
Advocacy groups call for stronger regulation of digital platforms.
Ofcom tightens online safety enforcement across major platforms
Leading platforms face stricter requirements on child protection, including safer feeds, anti-groomi…
Stanford study warns about the risks of ‘sycophantic’ AI chatbots
Users prefer agreeable AI chatbots despite potential risks to judgment.
Major service disruption affects DeepSeek chatbot in China
The cause of the extended downtime remains unknown, with no official explanation released by the AI …
EU investigates cyber attack targeting Commission websites
A cyber attack that highlights the growing threats to the EU's digital infrastructure.
AI platform from Fujitsu transforms legacy code analysis
The solution improves legacy system modernisation by generating accurate design documentation from c…
Cryptocurrency political donations banned under new Canada bill
Officials cite traceability issues and foreign interference risks linked to pseudo-anonymous digital…
VivaCity partners with Nottingham to enhance urban transport using AI
Nottingham’s new smart junctions and AI sensors aim to cut waiting times, support transport decision…
UK regulator targets misleading online reviews in new crackdown
CMA warns that misleading online reviews distort consumer choices.
EU and Japan strengthen digital partnership in ICT Dialogue
A dialogue between the EU and Japan that focuses on AI cybersecurity and advanced connectivity techn…
Barnsley tests AI in healthcare and skills training through the Tech Town programme
Barnsley trials AI solutions in hospitals and SMEs, targeting efficiency gains, reduced admin and im…
WTO Ministerial: Members diverge on digital trade outcomes
The WTO meeting ended without agreement on extending the e-commerce duty moratorium, while a group o…
Wikipedia limits generative AI use in article creation
Updated AI policies highlight risks of fabricated references and bias, reinforcing Wikipedia’s focus…
AI and digital transformation take focus at Eurasian meeting
Digital transformation and AI integration in the Eurasian Economic Union target smarter regulation, …
India strengthens digital economy with AI and media initiatives
AI training and digital platforms are set to boost India’s creative economy and expand opportunities…
Study highlights blind spots in digital regulation
Researchers warn legal frameworks miss how platforms shape innovation.
Lille proposed as EU customs hub
AI tools and international networks support French proposal.
Digital divide shapes AI job outcomes
Developing countries risk disruption before seeing productivity gains.
Human creativity outperforms AI in new research findings
Study finds human creativity significantly surpasses AI in visual imagination tasks.
Fortinet warns AI security failures can affect patient safety in healthcare
New commentary from Fortinet Australia argues that healthcare AI security risks extend beyond compli…
IAPP updates US state breach notification resource as legal differences persist
State data breach notification laws across the US now cover all jurisdictions, but the IAPP says maj…
FCA outlines AI-driven plan to modernise financial regulation
Financial regulator sets out plans to use AI and data tools to speed up decisions, improve risk dete…
National security rules to prioritise UK contracts in AI, steel and shipbuilding
The UK government says new procurement guidance will prioritise British businesses in AI, steel, shi…
India AI governance faces court, privacy and cyber pressures
Court challenges, cyber rules, and AI-related safeguards are converging in India, according to a new…
VTC expands AI training across all programmes in Hong Kong
Vocational Training Council expands AI training across programmes to equip students and workers with…
EU demands stronger age verification from adult websites
Weak self-declaration age checks fail to meet EU child protection standards.
Europol warns legal gaps could weaken child abuse detection online
Online platforms play a critical role in detecting child exploitation content, Europol states.
EU opens probe into Snapchat child safety compliance
Regulators examine whether Snapchat adequately prevents exposure of children to grooming attempts, i…
Meta unveils TRIBE v2 brain modelling AI
A new AI model simulates human brain responses to stimulants using large-scale neural data to replic…
WhatsApp adds AI features and multi-account support in new update
AI tools in WhatsApp enable photo editing and automated message suggestions.
Mistral AI launches open-source voice model for enterprises
The new speech model by Mistral AI supports applications in customer service translation and engagem…
Search Live in Google expands to over 200 countries
The feature enables hands-free queries through voice input, providing instant audio responses alongs…
HP reveals advanced AI devices and workflow tools at Imagine 2026
New workplace products from HP include AI PCs, collaboration features, quantum-resistant printing se…
UNESCO advances regional AI in education observatory
The project launch planned for 2026 will bring together governments, academia and industry to promot…
Gemini introduces tools to import AI chat history
New Gemini features enable transfer of preferences and chat archives, allowing users to continue con…
Oracle expands Oracle AI Database with new agentic AI tools
Enterprise agentic AI workloads are the focus of Oracle's latest Oracle AI Database announcement.