Updates

22 Jul 2026

US seizes more than 1,000 illegal World Cup streaming domains

Operation Offsides targeted illegal World Cup streaming sites that exposed viewers to malware, fraud and stolen payment details.

22 Jul 2026

Liberties research warns against relying on AI for election guidance

Report calls for stronger safeguards for political AI.

21 Jul 2026

European Commission publishes AI Act guidance on transparency labels

Deepfakes and unreviewed public-interest material face clearer disclosure requirements under the EU’s AI content labels guidance.

21 Jul 2026

India outlines coordinated strategy to strengthen fintech governance

New regulations combine fintech innovation with stronger safeguards.

21 Jul 2026

OECD warns of risks from growing use of AI financial advice

As consumers embrace AI money advice, the OECD urges stronger financial literacy, human oversight and verified financial content.

21 Jul 2026

Australia holds firm on AI copyright rules

Creators retain control over protected works under Australia’s AI copyright rules.

21 Jul 2026

UN Global Mechanism on ICT security identifies ransomware and AI among key global cyber threats

The UN’s new permanent cyber mechanism shifted its focus to substantive discussions, with member states identifying ransomware, AI-enabled threats, critical infrastructure protection, and capacity development as key priorities for future international cooperation.

21 Jul 2026

Spain reports more than 40,000 online hate posts in June

Online hate speech increased in Spain as OBERAXE monitored discriminatory narratives across major digital platforms.

21 Jul 2026

China and Thailand launch AI weather forecasting laboratory

AI strengthens China and Thailand’s cooperation on weather forecasting and early warning.

21 Jul 2026

UNIDIR publishes guidance on gender-responsive cybersecurity

Report outlines practical approaches for inclusive cyber policies.