EU investigates disinformation on X after Slovakia PM shooting
The EU is analysing X's disinformation mitigation measures and is monitoring the launch of Musk's AI…
EU launches investigation into Facebook and Instagram over child safety
The investigation comes after Meta submitted a risk assessment report in September that raised conce…
Small business owners rally against TikTok ban threat in US
Small businesses feel betrayed by American-owned platforms like Instagram and Facebook, which have n…
Workplace app discontinued as Meta invests in AI and metaverse
This decision aligns with Meta's belief that AI and the metaverse are the future of work.
Microsoft offers relocation to AI employees in China amidst US-China tech tensions
The work force relocation offer reflects the impact of geopolitical tensions between the US and Chin…
Social media users block celebrities in solidarity with Palestine
The impact of social media activism remains to be seen, but the Blockout movement continues to gener…
Bipartisan senators push for $32 billion boost in AI research funding
Bipartisan U.S. senators advocate for a $32 billion in AI research funding and unveil a comprehensiv…
Neuralink’s first human trial reveals critical issue with brain implant wire retractions
Neuralink's first human trial of its brain implant faced significant challenges as the device's wire…
CISA and partners release guide for civil society organisations to address cyber threats
The guide recommends actions and mitigations to reduce the risk of cyber intrusions.
China poses significant cybersecurity threat, say US and British officials
The officials raised alarm over China's escalating cyberthreat to international security and stabili…
North Korea’s alleged $147.5 million crypto laundering revealed by UN
The UN report also claims that North Korean IT workers operating abroad generate substantial income …
Malta’s ambassador delivers insights on quantum diplomacy
Embark on a journey into the intersection of quantum computing and diplomacy with insights from Andr…
US federal court orders Musk to testify again in Twitter takeover probe
The SEC sued Musk in October to compel him to testify after he refused to attend an interview for th…
OpenAI releases GPT-4o with advanced multimodal capabilities to fend off competition
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is releasing GPT-4o, its latest AI model capable of human-like voice interactio…
Malaysia condemns Meta for removing posts on prime minister’s meeting with Hamas leader
The prime minister clarified that he had no involvement with the group's military activities.
YouTube to block Hong Kong protest anthem videos following court directive
The Hong Kong government has not yet responded to the decision.
Samsung to invest one billion dollars annually in Vietnam
Samsung’s broadening of its footprint in Vietnam is indicative of the country’s growing relevance as…
TikTok creators sue US government over ban threat
This is not the first time TikTok creators have taken legal action to protect the app. The ongoing l…
South Korea to unveil ambitious package for semiconductor ecosystem
South Korea is preparing an investment package for chip industry and research worth more than $7.30 …
Heathcare giant Ascension confirms ransomware attack
Ascension's ambulance services and the patient appointment system were affected.
Threat actor IntelBroker claims Europol data breach
Europol clarified that no core systems or operational information were compromised.
Data leak exposes over 1.2 billion records of Chinese users
Sensitive personal information such as phone numbers, addresses, and ID card numbers has been expose…
UN OEWG hosts inaugural global roundtable on ICT security capacity building
The roundtable marks a pivotal milestone in fostering international cooperation and dialogue on cybe…
Dating app Bumble faces criticism for anti-celibacy ads
In response, Bumble has pledged to remove the ads and make donations to relevant organisations.
Philippines approved stablecoin pilot program in regulatory sandbox framework
The central bank of the Philippines has given approval to digital currency exchange Coins.ph to pilo…
TikTok tests AI-powered search feature
The feature aims to enhance its in-app search functionality, aligning with users' habits, particular…
Anthropic unveils AI chatbot Claude in EU
By expanding its user base, Claude aims to capture a broader market by offering availability via the…
IMF chief compares AI impact on labour to a ‘tsunami’
While AI can potentially increase productivity, it could also lead to misinformation and inequality.
UAE’s Technology Innovation Institute launches Falcon 2 rivaling Meta’s Llama 3
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) of the United Arab Emirates introduces Falcon 2, a new ate…
US Air Force jets engage in dogfight, one piloted by AI
The focus on AI has raised concerns among the public about the possibility of future wars fought by …
EU designates Booking as a gatekeeper under DMA
The Digital Markets Act aims to regulate large tech firms' market dominance, imposing stricter oblig…
US and China to meet in Geneva for AI risk discussions
The US wants China to match its stance on ensuring that only humans, not AI, make decisions on deplo…
High Court of Tanzania calls for clarity on Personal Data Protection Act
Tanzanian High Court deems sections of PDPA unclear and orders amendment within a year to ensure eff…
Delhi High Court directs Google and Microsoft to challenge NCII images removal order
The order required search engines to disable access to non-consensual intimate images (NCII) without…
UK AI Safety Institute unveils open-source platform for global AI safety evaluations
The UK AI Safety Institute has launched a new open testing platform to help improve AI safety evalua…
US Senator Schumer announces roadmap towards piecemeal AI legislation
Schumer's proposed framework could be an important development in the current debate around AI regul…
U.S. considers new AI software export control to China
The US government is considering AI software export restrictions to China in a series of efforts to …
Microsoft to invest €4 billion in French cloud and AI infrastructure
The announcement is part of President Emmanuel Macron's initiative to attract foreign companies and …
Australian court reverses block on X regarding church stabbing video
In a new legal development, an Australian court has lifted the order blocking X, marking a pivotal m…
Global POC directory established by OEWG on ICT security
The establishment of the PoC marks a significant step towards enhancing international cooperation an…
OpenAI considers allowing AI-generated pornography
The proposal to allow explicit content creation using OpenAI's products has ignited a debate about t…
Microsoft ordered to pay $242 Million in patent infringement case
Jury found Microsoft's Cortana virtual-assistant software violated IPA's patent. The lawsuit, filed …
Dell informs affected customers of data breach
The company claims that no sensitive data has been breached.
US lawmakers introduce AI export bill
The measure would streamline regulations, particularly regarding open-source AI, and grant the Comme…
OpenAI set to challenge Google with new AI-powered search product
The creator of ChatGPT is poised to disrupt the search landscape with its latest AI-powered search p…
Rwanda to start the central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot
The Central bank of Rwanda call the public consultation on the future Central Bank Digital Currency …
Australia launches parliamentary inquiry into social media’s negative impact
Amid growing concerns over the impact of social media on public discourse, Australia has launched a …
China and France issued joint statement on AI governance
China and France have issued a joint statement on AI governance, pledging to work together to promot…
Musk’s X challenges Australian law on content removal
The clash between X and the Australian cyber regulator has sparked intense debate over global conten…
Canada fines Binance $4.38 million for money laundering violations
The exchange failed to register as a foreign money services business and did not report large virtua…
Meta Platforms faces heavy fine in Turkey over data-sharing
The fine encompasses two separate investigations, with 898 million lira attributed to the compliance…
OECD updates its AI Principles
The OECD updates its AI Principles to address evolving challenges. With 47 adherents, including the …
US set to triple semiconductor production, widening chipmaking gap with China
The US is set to significantly increase semiconductor production by 2032, leading to a wider gap wit…
TikTok adopts technology to label AI-generated content
The decision comes amid concerns about the potential use of AI-generated content to spread misinform…
EU seeks details on X’s content moderation practices
The Commission is concerned about the reduction in X's content moderation team and linguistic covera…
AI boom fuels data centre deals in Asia Pacific
The rise of data centre investments in Asia mirrors similar trends in the US and Europe, with tech g…
UK launches strategy to promote digital skills for one million Nigerians
The strategy aims to accelerate digital transformation, reduce digital divides by half, enhance digi…
US State Department enhances cybersecurity post Microsoft breach
Criticism was directed at Microsoft, with the Cyber Safety Review Board questioning the company's tr…
Tech titans clash: Inside the US-China battle for chip market dominance
The ongoing 'tech war' between the US and China is reshaping global relationships and supply chains.…
Ukraine raises alarm over Russia’s TikTok tactics
TikTok has increased safety measures in Ukraine, but there are concerns about data security and misi…
LockBit ransomware administrator revealed
31-year-old Russian named Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, who went by the names LockBitSupp and putinkra…
Hack exposes Indian police facial recognition data amid growing surveillance concerns
Despite the breach and security concerns, India continues to expand its use of facial recognition, d…
South Africa to establish AI expert advisory council to shape future regulations
South Africa is set to establish an AI Expert Advisory Council to address regulatory challenges amid…
Tech firms urged to implement child safety measures in UK
The proposed measures address this issue by urging platforms to reevaluate their algorithmic systems…
Dotdash Meredith partners with OpenAI for AI integration
Dotdash Meredith will license its content to ChatGPT and collaborate with OpenAI on new AI features …
Intel, Qualcomm chip sales to Huawei stopped by US
The revocation of licenses could have significant implications for both Huawei and US suppliers.
TikTok sues US government over law mandating ban or divestment
TikTok contends that Congress has singled out and banned the platform without evidence of Chinese go…
Volt Typhoon discussed during US-China high level talks
Concerns about the security of US data and critical infrastructure were raised, a top official revea…
Digital solidarity at the centre of United States Tech Diplomacy
The United States's Department of State introduces a new strategy to promote digital solidarity and …
Google’s new tool for personal data removal in Australia
Google launches 'results about you' tool in Australia for personal info removal, aligning with Priva…
Musk’s X to provide news summaries via AI chatbot
The AI-generated summaries will be updated as more information becomes available.
Spanish startups accuse Microsoft of anti-competitive behaviour
The complaint is based on the argument that Microsoft imposes unfair terms and high prices for using…
Microsoft releases GPT-4-based AI chatbot for US intelligence
Microsoft has developed a GPT-4-based AI chatbot for US intelligence agencies, operating offline, al…
China suspected of massive cyberattack on UK’s Ministry of Defence
The breach occurred multiple times, and the MoD is currently investigating the extent of the hack.
Bulgaria to replace tickets with biometric access system ‘Rock’
Using facial and fingerprint recognition, the system will detect unauthorized access while ensuring …
OpenAI and Stack Overflow team up for better AI models
The partnership between OpenAI and Stack Overflow is revolutionising AI capabilities and providing d…
OpenAI to introduce content creator control in AI development
OpenAI's Media Manager offers content creators control over their content's utilization in AI develo…
Embracing central bank digital currencies is inevitable
The future of central banks depends on revising their business models and adopting central bank digi…
Meta found displaying explicit ‘AI Girlfriend’ ads, violating advertising policies
A Meta's spokesperson stated that the company is working to remove the violating ads promptly and im…
Sri Lanka and China partner for digital transformation of general education
Sri Lanka's Cabinet has approved a proposal to digitally transform education with Chinese support, p…
Chile introduces updated national AI policy and new AI legislation
Chile leads in global AI governance, unveiling updated national policy and groundbreaking legislatio…
São Paulo Multistakeholder Guidelines: A blueprint for inclusive digital governance
The São Paulo Multistakeholder Guidelines adopted at last week’s NETmundial +10 conference (Sa…
Japan’s PM Kishida outlines global plan to regulate generative AI
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced a global framework for the regulation of generat…
Microsoft announces changes to address recent security failures
The company is tying executive compensation to security targets and prioritising security over new f…
The Hiroshima AI Process Friends Group kicks off
The group serves as a voluntary framework for countries supporting the Hiroshima AI Process (HAIP).
Nvidia and Databricks sued for alleged copyright infringement in AI model development
Nvidia Corporation and Databricks Inc. face class-action lawsuits alleging copyright infringement in…
House of Lords committee criticizes UK government for inaction on copyright issues with LLMs
The House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee criticizes the UK Government's inadequate re…
Universal Music Group artists will return to TikTok
Universal Music Group (UMG) and TikTok reached a new licensing deal.
OEWG Chair proposes elements for the UN permanent mechanism
The revised paper outlines draft elements for an action-oriented permanent mechanism to promote resp…
New steps announced by Commerce Department to enforce President Biden AI Executive Order
As instructed by the EO, the Department of Commerce's actions are part of a wider effort by the Bide…
Dropbox’s e-signature platform breached
Dropbox confirmed unauthorised access to customer data in its electronic signature service, promptin…
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft CEOs appointed to new federal AI advisory board
CEOs of OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft join other tech leaders in the newly established Department of…
Kazakhstan and Mongolia forge ahead in tech collaboration
The schedule features strategic meetings and tours to advance private sector partnerships and explor…
Artists take legal action against Google: copyright battle over Imagen AI training
Visual artists have initiated a lawsuit against Google and Alphabet, alleging copyright infringement…
UNICEF study finds video games can boost children’s well-being when properly designed
The study, part of the Responsible Innovation in Technology for Children (RITEC) project, shows that…
EU probes Meta platforms for deceptive ads
The investigation is based on suspected EU online content rules breaches.
European Commission president hints at possible TikTok ban in EU
Von der Leyen stated that the Commission had already banned TikTok on its corporate phones and highl…
US newspapers sue OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement
The lawsuit alleges that AI platforms are infringing copyright laws by removing copyright management…
US wireless carriers fined millions for sharing customers’ personal data
In response to the fines, all wireless carriers intend to appeal the FCC's decision.
Microsoft announces $1.7 billion investment in Indonesia’s cloud services and AI
The investment will include the construction of data centres and aims to bring advanced AI infrastru…
