Updates

31 Mar 2026

Malta launches SMART Food project with AI and blockchain

Innovative digital tools using AI and blockchain will allow Maltese consumers and producers to access real-time information on food products, enhancing transparency, traceability, and sustainability across the sector.

31 Mar 2026

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.

31 Mar 2026

Ofcom proposes tougher rules on scam mobile messages

Final regulatory decisions on mobile messaging protections are expected to be published in summer 2026.

30 Mar 2026

UN launches Global Mechanism on ICT security, elects chair for 2026–2027

The UN held the organisational session of its new Global Mechanism on ICT security, electing El Salvador’s Ambassador Egriselda López as chair for 2026–2027, while member states emphasised implementation of existing cybersecurity commitments and capacity development.

30 Mar 2026

Brazil study maps age assurance practices across 25 digital services

A Brazil study finds that most analysed digital services do not apply age assurance at the point of registration.

30 Mar 2026

ILO and World Bank paper says GenAI may deepen labour-market divides

New research from the ILO and World Bank finds that GenAI disruption could outpace productivity gains in poorer economies.

30 Mar 2026

South Korea sets ambition to become AI leader

Investment in skills and technology to drive AI adoption.

30 Mar 2026

Microsoft expands cloud footprint in Denmark

Investment expected to drive local digital economy growth.

30 Mar 2026

Boston schools expand AI learning initiative

Students to gain skills for future jobs shaped by AI technologies.

30 Mar 2026

Campaign highlights risks of profit-driven digital platforms

Advocacy groups call for stronger regulation of digital platforms.