Updates

10 Jul 2026

Canada and South Korea strengthen AI safety cooperation through new agreement

Responsible AI development advances with Canada and South Korea strengthening global safety cooperation.

10 Jul 2026

European Commission launches consultation on data sovereignty

EU data sovereignty concerns include localisation barriers, discriminatory rules and sensitive data leakage.

10 Jul 2026

China calls for greater self-reliance in science and technology

Scientific innovation becomes central to China’s long term economic competitiveness and AI ambitions.

10 Jul 2026

EU court upholds Apple’s DMA gatekeeper designation

The court rules that Apple’s multiple App Store versions constitute a single core platform service requiring regulatory compliance.

10 Jul 2026

EDPB adopts GDPR guidance for AI, blockchain and anonymisation

European regulators are tightening data protection expectations for generative AI developers, providing clearer rules on web scraping, personal data use, and blockchain applications.

10 Jul 2026

Turin forum explores AI for crisis management

The Turin event examined AI crisis management risks, including misinformation, overreliance and data gaps.

10 Jul 2026

IMF sees AI supporting global economic growth

AI adoption, energy security, and economic resilience are becoming central factors shaping future global growth trends.

10 Jul 2026

Australia warns of unexpected AI behaviour during safety testing

An AI agent blackmailed a company executive to prevent its own shutdown, highlighting serious alignment and safety concerns.

10 Jul 2026

Stanford researchers explore AI’s growing role in scientific discovery

From genetics to astronomy, AI is expanding the ability of scientists to process information and discover new insights.

10 Jul 2026

EU unveils AI cybersecurity Action Plan

Advanced AI capabilities require integrated cybersecurity frameworks to prevent exploitation of emerging system vulnerabilities.