Updates

13 May 2026

UK backs Isomorphic Labs to strengthen sovereign AI and drug discovery

Frontier innovation in the UK grows as Sovereign AI supports Isomorphic Labs and AI-driven drug development.

13 May 2026

South Korea reviews AI cyber threat response

Government agencies coordinate defence against AI-driven hacking risks.

13 May 2026

Australian Senate opens inquiry into AI data centres

The inquiry is spurred by growing environmental concerns related to the rapid expansion of energy-intensive AI infrastructure.

13 May 2026

UK backs stronger cooperation on AI and frontier technologies at OSCE

International AI governance gains momentum as the UK backs OSCE technology cooperation efforts.

13 May 2026

Council of the EU extends cyber sanctions framework until 2027

Restrictive measures remain in effect after the Council of the EU extends cyber sanctions.

13 May 2026

EU Commission reviews Android DMA rules on interoperability

The proposals aim to give third party AI services access to key Android features and resources.

13 May 2026

Meta tests compromise plan in EU WhatsApp AI access dispute

Discussions between Meta and EU regulators continue, with both sides considering commitments that could resolve concerns without formal sanctions.

13 May 2026

Data Protection Act regulations bring AI code requirement into force

A new Data Protection Act code will guide personal data processing when developing and using AI and automated systems.

13 May 2026

Meta gives parents deeper insight into teen algorithms

Parents can now manage teen supervision settings across Instagram, Facebook, Messenger and Meta Horizon through a unified Family Center hub.

13 May 2026

AI education guidelines updated by European Commission

AI education guidance has been updated to address generative AI, student data, high-risk systems, transparency and human oversight in schools.