Updates

19 Mar 2026

Meta’s metaverse collapses as Horizon Worlds shuts down on Quest

Horizon Worlds ends, exposing the failure of Meta’s metaverse ambitions.

19 Mar 2026

Google responds to UK digital market rules and CMA proposals

UK proposals on search and choice draw response from Google.

19 Mar 2026

EU child safety rules lapse amid ongoing debate over privacy and enforcement

Uncertainty grows as the EU struggles to extend online child safety measures.

19 Mar 2026

UNESCO launches research on harmful online content governance in South Africa

Policy responses to disinformation strengthen as UNESCO supports research on online risks.

19 Mar 2026

UAE advances AI native vision for future 6G networks

A joint whitepaper from e& UAE and Khalifa University outlines how embedded AI could transform 6G into a predictive and self-optimising connectivity platform.

19 Mar 2026

Growing investment and energy plans reshape Armenia’s AI future

Rising investment, infrastructure expansion and energy planning suggest Armenia is building the foundations for a more competitive and sustainable position in the global AI landscape.

19 Mar 2026

UK opens supercomputing access to boost AI startups

New funding and compute access aim to help UK startups scale advanced AI technologies faster while strengthening the country’s position in a competitive global landscape.

19 Mar 2026

South Korea seeks support for global AI hub

Talks with Switzerland focus on AI cooperation and policy.

19 Mar 2026

Dublin launches major data centre microgrid

Developers aim to ease power constraints for data centres.

19 Mar 2026

CEOs worry about AI progress

Talent shortages and investment gaps slow AI progress.