Updates

14 May 2026

India accelerates AI-driven financial inclusion through digital public infrastructure

AI systems and digital public infrastructure are accelerating financial inclusion and credit access across India.

14 May 2026

UN calls for AI-driven transformation of future cities

With most of the world’s population expected to live in cities by 2050, AI is seen as central to managing future urban growth and infrastructure demands.

14 May 2026

Ofcom investigates adult platforms under Online Safety Act age-check rules

Online Safety Act enforcement grows in the UK as Ofcom investigates adult services.

14 May 2026

Meta unveils Incognito Chat for private AI conversations

New privacy-focused AI chats on WhatsApp are processed in a secure environment that Meta says even the company itself cannot access.

14 May 2026

Taiwan urges stronger defences amid AI-driven cyber threats

Cybersecurity authorities highlight concerns that AI tools are increasing both the speed and scale of offensive digital operations globally.

14 May 2026

Worldwide AI adoption surges, new report shows

AI adoption rises to 17.8% globally, with strong regional differences and over 26 economies now surpassing 30% usage.

14 May 2026

China expands AI education strategy through global learning platform

Smart learning infrastructure and AI education are central to China’s latest digital strategy.

14 May 2026

AI’s economic impact could redefine jobs and productivity trends

Early analysis suggests AI could improve efficiency across industries, leading to higher output, lower costs and potential inflationary impacts.

14 May 2026

CJEU backs fair remuneration for press publishers

The judgment came in Meta’s challenge to Italy’s system for fair remuneration over online use of press publications.

14 May 2026

Workers demand human oversight as AI reshapes workplaces in USA

Concerns were raised that AI is being introduced without consent or oversight, particularly in sensitive sectors such as healthcare and scheduling systems.