Updates

28 Jul 2026

ICRC unveils digital emblem to protect humanitarian organisations online

The new digital emblem signals that online medical infrastructure is protected under the Geneva Conventions.

28 Jul 2026

Europol-led action disrupts nihilistic extremist online ecosystem

Joint action enables Europol to improve cooperation with online platforms against extremist content.

28 Jul 2026

China calls for deeper AI cooperation at APEC meeting

The latest APEC discussions strengthen China’s efforts to advance digital economic cooperation.

28 Jul 2026

EU AI Omnibus enters into force with simpler implementation rules

New legislation enables the EU to reduce compliance burdens for AI developers and businesses.

28 Jul 2026

Vietnam positions technology diplomacy at the centre of digital transformation

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Anh Tuan said the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has implemented digital transformation measures such as online administrative procedures, AI pilots and new governance frameworks, and outlined four priority solutions for further development.

28 Jul 2026

UNESCO highlights digital crisis governance gaps at WSIS Forum 2026

International collaboration helps UNESCO strengthen crisis preparedness in the digital age.

28 Jul 2026

Amnesty International calls for Syria cybercrime law reform

Human rights concerns lead Amnesty International to challenge Syria’s cybercrime law enforcement.

28 Jul 2026

London tops AI smart cities ranking for 2026

BCG’s AI smart cities ranking links broader AI adoption with stronger services and better resident outcomes.

28 Jul 2026

Samsung expands Wallet with stablecoin plans

Samsung Electronics has announced plans to introduce stablecoin support to Samsung Wallet as part of a broader strategy to expand its digital payment ecosystem. The move aims to combine payments, rewards and digital assets within a single mobile wallet experience. Speaking during the Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung product manager Lee Dinham said Samsung Wallet would (See more)

28 Jul 2026

Samsung Broadcom AI deal could exceed $200bn

The Samsung Broadcom AI deal could exceed $200 billion as the companies expand cooperation across memory, foundry and packaging.