The forum, under the theme ‘Building our multistakeholder digital future’, will explore four key areas: harnessing innovation while managing risks, enhancing digital contributions to peace and development, advancing human rights…

Experts from government, international bodies, and the private sector highlighted social media platforms as primary sources of rapidly spreading misinformation…

The session included interactive exercises and highlighted the necessity of a multistakeholder approach to address global disparities in AI technology distribution…

Digital identity systems were deemed essential infrastructure for economic inclusion.

TikTok and ByteDance sought more time from the US Court of Appeals to argue their case at the Supreme Court, but this request was denied.

UN leaders at IGF 2024 explored digital transformation, showcasing refugee-focused apps, child data rights frameworks, and blockchain security systems. Panellists stressed collaboration, inclusion, and ethical technology use for sustainable progress.

Gender-based harassment and marginalisation were key themes at IGF 2024’s forum on journalist safety online.

The session focused on the potential of open-source large language models (LLMs) to democratise access to AI, particularly in fostering innovation and empowering smaller economies and the Global South.

Experts at IGF 2024 raised concerns over vague provisions in the UN Cybercrime Treaty threatening freedoms worldwide.

The discussion highlighted the importance of baseline cybersecurity measures, such as asset inventory and vulnerability management, and emphasised employee training and awareness.

Panelists from diverse sectors and regions discussed the significant challenges of misinformation, disinformation, and emerging technologies such as AI and deepfakes, which threaten democratic processes.