Updates
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.
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.
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.
South Korea sets ambition to become AI leader
Investment in skills and technology to drive AI adoption.
Microsoft expands cloud footprint in Denmark
Investment expected to drive local digital economy growth.
Boston schools expand AI learning initiative
Students to gain skills for future jobs shaped by AI technologies.
Campaign highlights risks of profit-driven digital platforms
Advocacy groups call for stronger regulation of digital platforms.
Ofcom tightens online safety enforcement across major platforms
Leading platforms face stricter requirements on child protection, including safer feeds, anti-grooming measures, and improved enforcement of minimum age rules.
Stanford study warns about the risks of ‘sycophantic’ AI chatbots
Users prefer agreeable AI chatbots despite potential risks to judgment.
Major service disruption affects DeepSeek chatbot in China
The cause of the extended downtime remains unknown, with no official explanation released by the AI firm.
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