Updates

8 Jun 2026

OECD calls for smarter regulation to boost competitiveness and innovation

OECD says regulatory simplification should reduce unnecessary burdens while preserving public protections.

8 Jun 2026

NHS England expands AI assistant rollout to more than 500,000 staff

Microsoft 365 Copilot will be rolled out across NHS England after a trial involving 30,000 workers.

8 Jun 2026

New York passes child protection law targeting AI companion chatbots

Lawmakers say the measure responds to growing concerns about the impact of AI companion tools on children’s mental health and safety.

8 Jun 2026

UK launches AI skills and jobs initiative for young people

AI bootcamps will give young people at risk of unemployment a pathway into paid apprenticeships.

8 Jun 2026

EDPS debate to examine EU Omnibus data protection proposals

EDPS, BfDI and BayLfD will host a debate on EU Omnibus proposals affecting data protection and digital rules.

8 Jun 2026

US unveils new strategy to accelerate AI adoption in national security

AI adoption across defence and intelligence agencies gains momentum through the White House strategy.

8 Jun 2026

Greece launches platform to track public service requests in real time

Citizens can now monitor application progress through Greece’s new digital portal.

8 Jun 2026

Spain calls for United Nations Action on children’s digital rights

Children’s online safety and algorithm oversight take centre stage in Spain’s UN proposal.

8 Jun 2026

China launches a major 6G pilot programme to accelerate future connectivity

AI integration and next-generation connectivity are central to China’s new 6G programme.

8 Jun 2026

UK project tests how legal data can support AI use in government

The project findings highlight governance and data quality as needed foundations for trusted AI.