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Australia reviews compliance with under-16 social media age ban
Regulatory scrutiny increases as platforms struggle to implement reliable age verification and reporting mechanisms.
Software development dominates AI agent tool usage
New research reveals how AI agents are increasingly used for software development and task automation, with a growing shift towards tools that can directly act on digital environments.
World Data Organisation launches in Beijing to advance global data governance
The organisation works to bridge the global data divide and strengthen international digital governance.
New China rules broaden 2026 agricultural census and tighten data controls
Revised Chinese agricultural census rules add new data methods and stronger checks before the next national count.
FTC accuses OkCupid of sharing user data contrary to privacy promises
OkCupid is accused by the FTC of sharing personal information with a third party without notice or an opt-out opportunity.
UN Global Mechanism on ICT security advances work, shifts focus to implementation
The UN Global Mechanism on ICT security held its second meeting, with member states emphasising implementation of existing cybersecurity commitments and capacity development as key priorities.
UNESCO initiative drives new digital platform governance frameworks in South Asia
Regional policymakers strengthen governance frameworks as UNESCO promotes transparency, accountability and human rights online.
EU funding platform drives competitiveness in strategic technologies
Innovation funding grows across the EU as the European Commission supports critical technology sectors.
AI capacity partnership links UNDP and Intel in Lesotho and Liberia
Lesotho and Liberia are the focus of a UNDP and Intel effort to strengthen AI capacity through training and curriculum development.
New quantum threat could weaken cryptocurrency encryption systems
Experts emphasise the need for coordinated action across the crypto industry to prepare for potential vulnerabilities introduced by quantum computing.
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