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14 Jul 2026

UNESCO backs new AI law and sustainability chair in Singapore

UNESCO has welcomed the launch of a new Chair in AI Law and Sustainability at the National University of Singapore’s Centre for International Law, aimed at advancing research and policy on AI governance, the rule of law and sustainable AI development. Led by inaugural Chairholder Dr Jon Truby, the initiative will promote research, policy guidance (See more)

14 Jul 2026

Two in five UK children say they bypass online age checks

Bypassing age checks was linked to gaming, social media, messaging apps and increased exposure to harmful content.

14 Jul 2026

EU expands cybersecurity and resilience support for Armenia

Hybrid threat resilience becomes central to the new EU mission in Armenia.

14 Jul 2026

UNCTAD launches global consumer product safety framework

Consumer protection advances with UNCTAD global product safety framework.

14 Jul 2026

ECB confirms payment providers for digital euro trial

Thirty-six banks and payment firms will participate in the ECB’s digital euro pilot, supporting preparations for a potential future launch across the euro area.

14 Jul 2026

ENISA introduces cybersecurity assessment tool for SMEs

Many SMEs require additional guidance and financial support to meet Cyber Resilience Act requirements, ENISA found.

14 Jul 2026

Greece adds digital passport to Gov.gr Wallet

Digital government services expand in Greece as Gov.gr Wallet adds passport support.

14 Jul 2026

European Commission prepares new EU child safety online legislation

Social media safety becomes a European Commission priority following expert recommendations.

14 Jul 2026

UNESCO promotes inclusive digital transformation at WSIS Forum 2026

Inclusive digital transformation remains a UNESCO priority across AI, languages and public access.

14 Jul 2026

MIT develops safer way to detect harmful AI models

Thorn and MIT collaborated on a non-generative approach to child safety testing.