Updates

15 Jul 2026

EDPB orders Belgian regulator to examine VRT cookie complaint

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has instructed the Belgian Data Protection Authority to examine a complaint about VRT cookie banners on its merits rather than dismissing it as an alleged abuse of rights under the GDPR. The EDPB published its binding decision of 28 May 2026 following a dispute between the Belgian and Austrian (See more)

15 Jul 2026

UK plans default overnight social media restrictions for teenagers

Social media curfews and disabled autoplay aim to improve teenagers’ sleep, concentration and wellbeing.

15 Jul 2026

EPO highlights Europe’s growing quantum innovation ecosystem

Europe’s quantum and AI ecosystem gains visibility through new EPO innovation tools.

15 Jul 2026

South Korea prioritises AI and semiconductor investment in the 2027 budget

Record budget supports South Korea’s semiconductor and AI ambitions.

15 Jul 2026

European Commission approves €659 million for four German chip projects

Germany expands semiconductor production under the European Commission’s Chips Act strategy.

15 Jul 2026

Australia’s eSafety report highlights gaps in child safety measures

Online child protection remains a growing challenge, according to Australia’s eSafety report.

15 Jul 2026

European Parliament committee backs stronger online protections for children

Digital regulation evolves as the European Parliament backs stricter rules for social media platforms.

15 Jul 2026

South Korea expands blockchain strategy with stablecoin plans

Tokenised bonds, stablecoin pilots and proposed crypto ETFs are central to South Korea’s blockchain expansion strategy.

15 Jul 2026

Japan reviews legal protection for AI voice imitation

Japan is examining whether AI voice imitation can harm dignity, honour or peace of mind.

15 Jul 2026

Nobel laureates call for urgent AI economic planning

More than 200 economists and AI researchers signed the statement on AI’s economic transformation.