Updates

17 Jul 2026

OpenAI calls for aligned US AI safety framework

The company calls for aligned state and federal rules for frontier AI systems.

17 Jul 2026

India approves €13 billion Semicon 2.0 strategy

Chip manufacturing receives major support as India launches Semicon 2.0.

17 Jul 2026

Federal Reserve note warns of AI import dependence

Rising AI spending is expected to boost imports of semiconductors and computing hardware, potentially widening the US current account deficit.

16 Jul 2026

European Commission accepts X commitments on DSA transparency requirements

X DSA compliance measures will improve its ad repository and give eligible researchers free, timely access to public data.

16 Jul 2026

Ofcom investigates TikTok age assurance under UK’s Online Safety Act

TikTok age assurance faces scrutiny after reports raised concerns about children being incorrectly identified.

16 Jul 2026

EU and India strengthen technology partnership through TTC

Strategic cooperation grows as EU and India strengthen digital and trade partnership.

16 Jul 2026

UNESCO highlights Learning Cities on World Youth Skills Day

Lifelong learning strengthens communities as UNESCO showcases youth skills worldwide.

16 Jul 2026

Three in four young Europeans have basic digital skills, Eurostat says

Basic digital competencies improve as Eurostat highlights disparities among EU member states.

16 Jul 2026

Canada invests CAD 13.9 million in Quebec AI projects

AI adoption accelerates as Canada funds 63 innovation projects across Quebec.

16 Jul 2026

Japan recognises crypto as financial products

New crypto legislation in Japan introduces insider trading rules, tougher enforcement measures and the legal foundation for reduced crypto taxes and future ETF listings.