Updates

3 Jul 2026

Switzerland sets framework for responsible AI use in development co-operation

Responsible AI use principles now guide SDC funding, policy and operations.

3 Jul 2026

Council of the EU backs interim rules on online child abuse detection

Child protection efforts receive renewed support after the Council of the EU adopted its negotiating position.

3 Jul 2026

South Africa launches BrainSAT Satellite Services

BrainSAT Satellite Services will use Space42 infrastructure to support satellite broadband for remote South African sectors.

3 Jul 2026

Microsoft Defender adds protection for local AI agents

Microsoft Defender can now discover local AI agents and block prompt injection attempts on managed devices.

3 Jul 2026

University of Wisconsin launches College of Computing & AI

The launch marks UW–Madison’s first new college in more than four decades, with a focus on AI and computing.

3 Jul 2026

Europol Roblox game wins EU award for online child safety

A new award recognises Europol for promoting digital resilience among young internet users.

3 Jul 2026

FTC seeks comment on AI accuracy policy for model outputs

The FTC’s proposed AI accuracy policy also raises questions about whether state AI laws could conflict with federal consumer protection rules.

3 Jul 2026

India marks 11 years of Digital India initiative

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Digital India initiative has expanded digital public infrastructure and supported governance, innovation and access to services.

3 Jul 2026

EU introduces €3 duty on low-value e-commerce imports

Sellers and importers, not consumers, will be responsible for declaring and paying the new duty.

3 Jul 2026

IWF warns under-16 social media ban is not enough to stop online abuse

Child protection experts at the IWF call for broader reforms beyond the UK social media ban.