Updates
E-commerce agreement expected to move forward on an interim basis at WTO Ministerial
Signatories to the E-Commerce Agreement, negotiated under the WTO Joint Statement Initiative (JSI), are planning to implement the deal on an interim basis, in spite of continued opposition. At least 70 of the 72 countries that that endorsed the agreement are expected to sign a declaration to that effect at the next WTO Ministerial Conference (See more)
Scotland sets up national AI agency
Tech partnerships aim to grow AI industry and computing capacity.
Deepfakes scandal puts Elon Musk and X under scrutiny in France
Grok generated deepfakes prompt investigation into market manipulation claims.
Social media ban in Ecuador targets youth crime recruitment
Ecuador debates restricting minors online as social media ban gains momentum
Europe boosts AI, talent and investment to compete with US and China
AI and investment seen as key to Europe’s tech future.
US releases national AI policy framework
Core objectives highlight child protection, community strengthening, intellectual property, free speech, innovation, and workforce development in AI.
Terafab initiative from Elon Musk targets AI and space computing
Under Musk’s leadership, the project tackles current supply chain limits and aims to turn science-fiction-scale technology into reality.
Social media linked to declining well-being among young people
Global study connects heavy social media use with lower life satisfaction.
Deepfake abuse crisis escalates worldwide
The rise of accessible AI tools has intensified digital abuse, highlighting urgent calls for stronger legal frameworks and accountability for technology platforms.
Crypto tax reform in Brazil pushed to 2027
Election-year sensitivities have led Brazil to pause crypto tax reforms, even as the country strengthens oversight and aligns with global reporting standards.
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