Updates

16 Jun 2026

G7 summit to address supply chains, technology and economic growth

Critical mineral supply chains, online child safety and international solidarity feature prominently on the agenda at the 2026 summit.

16 Jun 2026

OECD says governments need stronger delivery capacity for digital transformation

Governments have built digital government foundations, but the OECD says they must now deliver measurable impact.

16 Jun 2026

European Commission opens applications for RAISE AI research advisory board

RAISE strengthens European cooperation in AI and scientific discovery.

16 Jun 2026

Debate grows over UK’s proposed social media ban for under-16s

Children’s online safety requires regulation, Amnesty argues, rather than bans.

16 Jun 2026

Netherlands requires one-click cancellation button for online purchases

The rules aim to simplify the withdrawal process for online purchases and services for Dutch consumers.

16 Jun 2026

Anthropic AI restrictions reignite debate over AI sovereignty

The US move against Anthropic has sent shockwaves through the AI industry and allied governments.

16 Jun 2026

Japanese researchers develop interpretable AI for materials discovery

The new interpretable AI approach shows how models link atomic structure to optical spectra.

15 Jun 2026

Apple delays Siri AI rollout on iOS and iPadOS in EU, citing DMA requirements

Apple has said it will not launch its new Siri AI features on iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 in the European Union, citing unresolved concerns over compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The company said discussions with the European Commission are ongoing, while the delayed rollout highlights continuing debates over interoperability, competition, privacy, and security requirements for AI-powered digital services.

15 Jun 2026

UAE establishes AI and Data Authority

Three existing government functions will be consolidated under a single national body that will lead the AI strategy and support digital transformation across the UAE.

15 Jun 2026

UK evaluates frontier AI for operational cybersecurity applications

A new UK pilot demonstrated how AI can support cyber teams in finding critical weaknesses.