Updates

17 Jul 2026

White House launches GOLD EAGLE cybersecurity initiative

The White House has launched GOLD EAGLE, a public-private initiative designed to coordinate the identification, prioritisation and remediation of cybersecurity vulnerabilities using AI.

17 Jul 2026

World AI Cooperation Organization established in Shanghai

Twenty-nine countries have signed an agreement establishing the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), a new intergovernmental body intended to promote international cooperation and global governance on AI.

17 Jul 2026

UAE highlights AI-driven labour market strategy at BRICS meeting

AI-powered labour policies are becoming central to efforts aimed at creating more flexible, inclusive and sustainable job markets.

17 Jul 2026

UK publishes government data breach response framework

Significant data breaches must be contained, assessed and escalated centrally within strict timeframes.

17 Jul 2026

Japan and NVIDIA launch national AI infrastructure

NVIDIA and Japan are launching national AI infrastructure for physical AI and robotics.

17 Jul 2026

WHO convenes global summit on AI governance in healthcare

AI health governance discussions focused on regulation, accountability, infrastructure, workforce readiness and equitable access to technology.

17 Jul 2026

Claude for Teachers released for verified US educators

Anthropic has launched Claude for Teachers for verified K-12 educators in the US.

17 Jul 2026

Visa explores hybrid future for AI-driven payments

AI-driven commerce may rely on both card networks and stablecoins, combining traditional security features with blockchain efficiency.

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.