EU orders Google to open Android AI features
New EU rules require Google to give rival AI assistants greater Android access and provide eligible …
Canada signs UN convention against Cybercrime
International digital crime cooperation advances as Canada joins the UN cybercrime convention.
Greece adopts national framework to implement EU AI Act
Parliament votes for Greece's AI Act framework with regulatory sandboxes and national oversight auth…
Rome Declaration calls for human control over AI and nuclear weapons
Nobel laureates, scientists and former political leaders have signed the Rome Declaration, calling f…
White House launches GOLD EAGLE cybersecurity initiative
The White House has launched GOLD EAGLE, a public-private initiative designed to coordinate the iden…
EU publishes 2026 Rule of Law Report
European regulators have highlighted continued reforms to support media freedom, transparent governa…
World AI Cooperation Organization established in Shanghai
Twenty-nine countries have signed an agreement establishing the World Artificial Intelligence Cooper…
UAE highlights AI-driven labour market strategy at BRICS meeting
AI-powered labour policies are becoming central to efforts aimed at creating more flexible, inclusiv…
UK publishes government data breach response framework
Significant data breaches must be contained, assessed and escalated centrally within strict timefram…
Japan and NVIDIA launch national AI infrastructure
NVIDIA and Japan are launching national AI infrastructure for physical AI and robotics.
WHO convenes global summit on AI governance in healthcare
AI health governance discussions focused on regulation, accountability, infrastructure, workforce re…
Claude for Teachers released for verified US educators
Anthropic has launched Claude for Teachers for verified K-12 educators in the US.
Visa explores hybrid future for AI-driven payments
AI-driven commerce may rely on both card networks and stablecoins, combining traditional security fe…
OpenAI calls for aligned US AI safety framework
The company calls for aligned state and federal rules for frontier AI systems.
India approves €13 billion Semicon 2.0 strategy
Chip manufacturing receives major support as India launches Semicon 2.0.
Federal Reserve note warns of AI import dependence
Rising AI spending is expected to boost imports of semiconductors and computing hardware, potentiall…
Ofcom says age checks expand but more action needed
Age assurance findings will inform future UK social media rules.
Microsoft and 3M partner on AI data centre infrastructure
The partnership combines 3M manufacturing with Microsoft's AI data centre infrastructure and enterpr…
Illinois issues AI guidance for schools with AI-assisted drafting disclosed
The guidance encourages ethical and transparent AI adoption in schools.
South Korea showcases low-power AI networking technology
The Governments AI networking research was presented to an international audience .
European Commission accepts X commitments on DSA transparency requirements
X DSA compliance measures will improve its ad repository and give eligible researchers free, timely …
Ofcom investigates TikTok age assurance under UK’s Online Safety Act
TikTok age assurance faces scrutiny after reports raised concerns about children being incorrectly i…
EU and India strengthen technology partnership through TTC
Strategic cooperation grows as EU and India strengthen digital and trade partnership.
UNESCO highlights Learning Cities on World Youth Skills Day
Lifelong learning strengthens communities as UNESCO showcases youth skills worldwide.
Three in four young Europeans have basic digital skills, Eurostat says
Basic digital competencies improve as Eurostat highlights disparities among EU member states.
Canada invests CAD 13.9 million in Quebec AI projects
AI adoption accelerates as Canada funds 63 innovation projects across Quebec.
Japan recognises crypto as financial products
New crypto legislation in Japan introduces insider trading rules, tougher enforcement measures and t…
AI is reshaping physics but raising new questions
Scientists say AI could transform physics research, but its findings must still be understood and ve…
Companies face new questions over AI control and governance
Companies must decide who controls the intelligence generated by AI workflows.
Meta employees sue over alleged AI-assisted layoff decisions
The lawsuit claims Meta used activity data and algorithmic rankings to select workers for layoffs.
UK establishes ministerial group to coordinate digital inclusion
The digital inclusion group will meet quarterly to identify barriers, align policies and monitor gov…
Australia unveils AI framework for data centres, copyright and infrastructure
The Australian AI Standards aim to accelerate investment while protecting energy users, communities,…
Ofcom finalises tougher rules against mobile messaging scams
UK mobile providers must block numbers, links and sender IDs linked to mobile messaging scams.
Spain promotes national cybersecurity support helpline
017 provides expert cyber non-binding guidance through phone, messaging, online and in person servic…
South Korea to launch free national AI service
A new AI chatbot and public services assistant are due before year end.
UK to introduce AI for police evidence disclosure
National governance forum will oversee emerging disclosure technologies ensuring robust safeguards a…
European Commission expands AI assistant across global DG INTPA network
The AI assistant supports staff with policy and funding work across more than 100 countries and has …
UK launches £800,000 AI Upskilling Challenge Fund in Barnsley
The £800,000 AI Upskilling Challenge Fund will support organisations delivering AI training for work…
EDPB orders Belgian regulator to examine VRT cookie complaint
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has instructed the Belgian Data Protection Authority to ex…
UK plans default overnight social media restrictions for teenagers
Social media curfews and disabled autoplay aim to improve teenagers' sleep, concentration and wellbe…
EPO highlights Europe’s growing quantum innovation ecosystem
Europe's quantum and AI ecosystem gains visibility through new EPO innovation tools.
South Korea prioritises AI and semiconductor investment in the 2027 budget
Record budget supports South Korea's semiconductor and AI ambitions.
European Commission approves €659 million for four German chip projects
Germany expands semiconductor production under the European Commission's Chips Act strategy.
Australia’s eSafety report highlights gaps in child safety measures
Online child protection remains a growing challenge, according to Australia's eSafety report.
European Parliament committee backs stronger online protections for children
Digital regulation evolves as the European Parliament backs stricter rules for social media platform…
Digital Omnibus on AI: The EU’s AI Act simplification and new AI Office powers
The Council of the EU has approved the Digital Omnibus on AI, legislation that simplifies the AI Act…
South Korea expands blockchain strategy with stablecoin plans
Tokenised bonds, stablecoin pilots and proposed crypto ETFs are central to South Korea's blockchain …
Japan reviews legal protection for AI voice imitation
Japan is examining whether AI voice imitation can harm dignity, honour or peace of mind.
Nobel laureates call for urgent AI economic planning
More than 200 economists and AI researchers signed the statement on AI’s economic transformation.
UK MPs call for clearer sovereign AI strategy
MPs warned that reliance on major US technology providers could weaken UK resilience.
OpenAI brings ChatGPT back to WhatsApp across the EEA
EEA users can access ChatGPT on WhatsApp without creating or linking a ChatGPT account.
Google open-sources k8s-aibom to detect shadow AI
k8s-aibom gives security teams runtime visibility without privileged agents, sidecars or changes to …
Belarus introduces new compliance rules for crypto banks
A new resolution from Belarus’ central bank establishes the legal and prudential framework for regis…
AI is beginning to carry out live cyberattacks, Check Point warns
AI cyberattacks now include malware development, automated phishing, identity forgery and indirect p…
WHO and Portugal to host global AI health conference
The conference aims to help countries scale successful AI health approaches.
Meta expands Louisiana AI data centre with $50 billion investment
The expansion combines AI infrastructure investment with spending on local infrastructure, workforce…
Eurobarometer finds strong support for protecting children online
Adolescents spend average of 4.5 hours online during school days and 6.1 hours at weekends.
South Korea links water security to semiconductor expansion
Government agencies are coordinating to secure 650,000 tonnes of industrial water each day for the n…
ECB survey highlights popularity of Chinese e-commerce platforms
A European Central Bank (ECB) survey finds that low prices and product variety are the main reasons …
Intel invests €5 billion in Ireland chip expansion
The expansion aims to increase production of Intel Xeon processors for AI workloads.
UNESCO backs new AI law and sustainability chair in Singapore
UNESCO has welcomed the launch of a new Chair in AI Law and Sustainability at the National Universit…
Two in five UK children say they bypass online age checks
Bypassing age checks was linked to gaming, social media, messaging apps and increased exposure to ha…
EU expands cybersecurity and resilience support for Armenia
Hybrid threat resilience becomes central to the new EU mission in Armenia.
UNCTAD launches global consumer product safety framework
Consumer protection advances with UNCTAD global product safety framework.
ECB confirms payment providers for digital euro trial
Thirty-six banks and payment firms will participate in the ECB's digital euro pilot, supporting prep…
ENISA introduces cybersecurity assessment tool for SMEs
Many SMEs require additional guidance and financial support to meet Cyber Resilience Act requirement…
Greece adds digital passport to Gov.gr Wallet
Digital government services expand in Greece as Gov.gr Wallet adds passport support.
European Commission prepares new EU child safety online legislation
Social media safety becomes a European Commission priority following expert recommendations.
UNESCO promotes inclusive digital transformation at WSIS Forum 2026
Inclusive digital transformation remains a UNESCO priority across AI, languages and public access.
MIT develops safer way to detect harmful AI models
Thorn and MIT collaborated on a non-generative approach to child safety testing.
Saudi Arabia launches AI tool for national data insights
The beta launch supports Saudi Vision 2030 goals by advancing AI adoption and enhancing transparency…
Music industry introduces labels for AI-generated songs
Music industry groups have announced labels for AI-generated and AI-assisted songs.
Europe expands tech scaleup funding with ETCI 2.0
ETCI 2.0 will expand the European Tech Champions Initiative to support mega-funds and mid-sized grow…
Ofcom proposes tougher rules on scam ads
Scam ads rules would require major platforms to strengthen checks, reporting and enforcement.
New York City targets junk fees and subscription traps
Businesses violating rules face civil penalties starting at $525 per violation plus consumer restitu…
Greece launches digital university examination system
Thousands of AUTH students in Greece now complete secure digital examinations using dedicated tablet…
Philippines uses AI and satellites to strengthen food security
Satellite imagery and AI pilot programmes will estimate crop production across the country.
Cybercrime accounts for one in five crimes in Spain
Cybercrime victims increased by 9.3 per cent, with people aged 51-65 most targeted.
Malaysia launches consultations on AI Governance Bill
The AI Governance Bill consultation will gather feedback from government, industry, academia and the…
European Commission panel recommends social media restrictions for under-13s
EU advisers say child safety online requires age assurance, safer design and stronger enforcement.
UK brings major cloud providers under financial oversight
Critical cloud providers face new oversight to protect UK financial infrastructure.
CERN scientists see AI shaping next-generation collider research
CERN scientists say AI is becoming increasingly central to particle physics, supporting real-time da…
AI for Good Global Summit 2026 concludes with a focus on implementation
Venezuela's teams won the AI for Good Global Summit robotics competition on food security.
UNESCO study highlights AI gender gap in South Asia
Women remain underrepresented in AI leadership, UNESCO finds across six South Asian countries.
Swiss Army moves from Microsoft 365 to OpenDesk
The Swiss Armed Forces are replacing Microsoft 365 with the open-source collaboration platform OpenD…
European Commission preliminarily finds Meta’s addictive platform design breaches the DSA
New findings see the European Commission challenge Meta's engagement driven platform design.
Greece launches €10 million call to accelerate municipal digital transformation
New government funding in Greece promotes resilient municipalities and citizen-focused digital publi…
WSIS Forum 2026 closes with call to turn digital commitments into action
WSIS Forum 2026 concluded with a call to turn digital commitments into measurable action, as leaders…
EU-Australia Digital Dialogue focuses on AI and online safety
AI infrastructure, cybersecurity and secure connectivity were central to the third EU-Australia Digi…
ILO and EU deepen cooperation on AI and jobs
AI governance advances through cooperation between the ILO and European Commission.
ITU launches standards group for agentic AI
Global experts will collaborate through ITU to develop AI trust frameworks that support secure, tran…
European Commission accepts SAP commitments in ERP antitrust case
Enterprise software competition strengthens as European Commission secures binding commitments from …
Finland ranks among EU’s digital leaders
The EU faces digital transformation challenges including skills shortages and weak semiconductor dev…
China seeks stronger rules for virtual currency money laundering
Proposed reforms would introduce new evidence standards, improve cross-border cooperation and establ…
Egypt assumes presidency of WSIS Forum 2026
WSIS Forum 2026 is the first edition after the 20-year review of the WSIS process.
Dutch government unveils plan to strengthen future workforce
A new government initiative seeks to prepare the Dutch workforce for future challenges through smart…
OECD warns AI could affect trust in official statistics
Official statistics need stronger traceability, structure and stewardship as AI reshapes data access…
Morocco backs human-centric AI governance through partnership with France in Geneva
AI governance discussions in Geneva highlighted transparency, human oversight and digital sovereignt…
Canada funds AI mining innovation projects
Critical minerals extraction funding will support Novamera's precision mining and Koonkie's restorat…
UNESCO supports Tanzania judicial curriculum on AI and rule of law
Tanzanian judges will receive AI and rule of law training through a UNESCO-supported judicial curric…