Updates

12 Sep 2025

Switzerland weighs new digital security measures

The new proposed rules for digital service providers include ID collection and data retention.

12 Sep 2025

NATO and Seoul expand cybersecurity dialogue and defence ties

High-level talks in Seoul see South Korea and NATO vow closer cyber cooperation and risk assessment partnerships.

12 Sep 2025

New AI and digital ministry in Kazakhstan to drive national transformation

The country is charting an ambitious path toward a fully digital future, combining sweeping reforms with bold projects designed to position it as a leader in technological innovation.

12 Sep 2025

China creates brain-inspired AI model

SpikingBrain1.0 uses spiking neural networks to process only relevant data, offering up to 100 times faster performance while consuming far less energy than traditional AI models.

12 Sep 2025

OpenAI moves to for-profit with Microsoft deal

The AI startup targets a for-profit conversion by year-end, with Microsoft retaining AI access, while the company expands its data centres and cloud partnerships with Oracle and Google.

12 Sep 2025

Albania names first AI-generated minister to fight corruption

Diella, already active on Albania’s digital services portal, will now oversee public tenders, using AI to reduce bribery, conflicts of interest, and administrative delays.

12 Sep 2025

Qwen3-Next strengthens Alibaba’s position in global AI race

New Qwen3-Next release boosts performance efficiency and marks Alibaba’s latest move to rival US AI developers.

12 Sep 2025

UK launches CAF 4.0 for cybersecurity

CAF 4.0 introduces deeper attacker insights and AI-related security guidance, supporting UK critical services against evolving cyber threats.

12 Sep 2025

Japan plans first national AI strategy

Human-AI collaboration, risk management, and data quality are central to Japan’s upcoming national AI strategy.

12 Sep 2025

FTC opens inquiry into AI chatbots and child safety

Regulators are examining how AI chatbots monetise interactions, enforce age limits and protect minors, following lawsuits and growing fears about their psychological impact on young users.