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23 Apr 2026

Italy issues guidelines requiring consent for email tracking pixels

Recipients must receive clear information and easy withdrawal options for tracking pixel consent within email communications.

23 Apr 2026

Georgia hosts EPO talks on patents and technology transfer

A visit to Georgia by EPO President António Campinos centred on patents, validation, and research commercialisation.

23 Apr 2026

Philippines and Bermuda sign data protection agreement to strengthen cross-border cooperation

Authorities will share information on privacy violations.

23 Apr 2026

Microsoft commits A$25 billion to expand AI and cloud in Australia

Australia will see expanded AI and cloud capacity under a new A$25 billion Microsoft investment announced alongside Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

23 Apr 2026

OpenAI privacy model sets new standard for AI-data protection

New AI tool from OpenAI, called Privacy Filter, enables secure local processing of sensitive information.

23 Apr 2026

UK government seeks industry cooperation to strengthen AI-driven cyber resilience

Rising cyber threats drive UK investment in AI-powered national security systems.

23 Apr 2026

Online safety agreement signed by eSafety and OAIC in Australia

Australia has moved to align online safety and privacy oversight through a new agreement between eSafety and the OAIC.

23 Apr 2026

UNESCO highlights barriers facing students with disabilities in education systems

Education gaps persist as UNESCO highlights the lack of data on students with disabilities.

23 Apr 2026

AI governance debate intensifies amid rapid global expansion

Challenges over disinformation and institutional integrity are shaping AI governance policy debates, with calls for evidence-based and globally coordinated regulation.

23 Apr 2026

IWF data shows 63% of global child abuse content hosted in the EU

The EU hosts the majority of abuse webpages as IWF urges urgent regulatory action.