Updates

16 Jul 2026

AI is reshaping physics but raising new questions

Scientists say AI could transform physics research, but its findings must still be understood and verified.

16 Jul 2026

Companies face new questions over AI control and governance

Companies must decide who controls the intelligence generated by AI workflows.

16 Jul 2026

Meta employees sue over alleged AI-assisted layoff decisions

The lawsuit claims Meta used activity data and algorithmic rankings to select workers for layoffs.

16 Jul 2026

UK establishes ministerial group to coordinate digital inclusion

The digital inclusion group will meet quarterly to identify barriers, align policies and monitor government programmes.

16 Jul 2026

Australia unveils AI framework for data centres, copyright and infrastructure

The Australian AI Standards aim to accelerate investment while protecting energy users, communities, national interests and creative industries.

16 Jul 2026

Ofcom finalises tougher rules against mobile messaging scams

UK mobile providers must block numbers, links and sender IDs linked to mobile messaging scams.

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.