Updates

14 Jun 2026

IMF chief calls for stronger cooperation on AI-related cybersecurity risks

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has called for stronger international cooperation and investment in cybersecurity as increasingly capable AI systems create new opportunities and risks for the global financial sector. Speaking in Brussels, she highlighted the need for greater cyber resilience and preparedness to address potential threats to interconnected financial systems.

14 Jun 2026

Visa and OpenAI join forces on agentic commerce infrastructure

The companies expect AI agents to play an increasing role in managing financial tasks, from purchases to complex transactions, under user-defined rules.

14 Jun 2026

MIT researchers develop cooling system to cut data centre energy and water use

A new modular, water-free design could enable more sustainable data centre deployment in regions with limited resources.

14 Jun 2026

Cyber Europe 2026 tests EU response to large-scale cyber crises

More than 5,000 participants took part, with the EU Cybersecurity Reserve and updated crisis response Blueprint tested for the first time.

13 Jun 2026

Singapore warns of Microsoft impersonation scams causing major losses

The advisory warns that Microsoft support scams may involve remote access tools and fake police claims.

13 Jun 2026

New Zealand issues AI guidance for regulators

The new AI guidance helps regulators assess opportunities and risks while maintaining trust and accountability.

13 Jun 2026

World Bank says AI may reshape global growth trajectory

AI could help reverse the global growth slowdown if productivity gains are large and widely diffused.

13 Jun 2026

Spanish minister says AI regulation boosts competitiveness and trust

The government highlights digital skills programmes and technology workforce development.

12 Jun 2026

Latin American AI proposals draw on EU risk-based regulation

Regional governments are pursuing risk-based AI frameworks while addressing concerns around data governance, transparency and innovation.

12 Jun 2026

Japan strengthens generative AI procurement guidelines

The guidelines cover high-risk generative AI use, Chief AI Officers and government procurement rules.