Updates

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.

15 Jun 2026

South Korea and EU sign landmark Digital Trade Agreement

Advanced technology ties were strengthened through the South Korea–EU digital partnership framework.

15 Jun 2026

EU and Brazil strengthen cooperation on protecting children online

Online safety initiatives advance as Brazil and the EU strengthen regulatory ties.

15 Jun 2026

Anthropic forced to disable Fable 5 after US directive

Access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 has been suspended for customers while other Anthropic models remain available.

15 Jun 2026

Canadian government announces briefing on new privacy legislation

Officials are set to outline technical aspects of a new privacy bill.

15 Jun 2026

Europol warns of rising online exploitation of minors

Authorities report rising involvement of young people in cybercrime, fraud, drug trafficking and other organised criminal activities.

15 Jun 2026

EPRS reveals critical Cybersecurity Act impact assessment gaps

The Cybersecurity Act review covers ENISA, EU certification, NIS2 simplification and ICT supply chains.

15 Jun 2026

UK plans major social media ban for under-16s

A proposed UK social media ban for under-16s could reshape platform age-verification duties.