Updates

5 Jul 2026

Singapore proposes governance framework for AI agents in finance

Real-time validation and auditability are central to Singapore’s new agentic finance safety framework.

5 Jul 2026

China adopts national standards for AI agents

The new standards aim to reduce customised development costs and accelerate AI product deployment.

5 Jul 2026

India backs ‘Human-led AI’ for digital government

AI-enabled governance becomes a cornerstone of India’s long-term public sector transformation.

5 Jul 2026

Bank of England explores AI ‘kill switches’ for markets

Regulators are exploring emergency safeguards, simulation tools, and cross-bank recovery systems to improve resilience against AI-related financial disruption.

5 Jul 2026

UN welcomes first global scientific assessment of AI

Officials warn that AI is advancing faster than regulatory systems, urging governments to act before their ability to shape outcomes is reduced.

4 Jul 2026

AI for Good Global Commission launches to expand trusted AI access

Access, trust and impact will be the focus of the AI for Good Global Commission.

4 Jul 2026

Pew survey finds majority support social media ban for under-16s

A Pew Research Center survey has found that 56% of US adults support banning children under 16 from using social media sites. The survey, conducted from 26 May to 1 June 2026 among 9,750 US adults, found that 21% oppose such a ban, while 23% are unsure. Pew said the findings come as governments around (See more)

4 Jul 2026

EU examines harmful design features in online platforms

Large online platforms are under scrutiny for how recommender systems and interface design may intensify exposure to harmful online behaviour.

4 Jul 2026

India and Japan expand strategic AI partnership

The partnership emphasises joint research, talent exchange, and development of multilingual AI models to support innovation and economic growth across the Indo-Pacific region.

3 Jul 2026

Ireland introduces AI Bill to implement EU AI Act

A new independent AI Office of Ireland will oversee enforcement and support AI innovation domestically.