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29 Jul 2026

APC urges UN Global Mechanism to prioritise human rights and inclusive cybersecurity

The Association for Progressive Communications (APC) has called on the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs in the Context of International Security to place greater emphasis on human rights, civil society participation, and the protection of vulnerable communities in international cybersecurity discussions.

29 Jul 2026

ASO Address Council submits draft Regional Internet Registry governance framework to NRO Executive Council

The Address Supporting Organization Address Council has completed a revised draft governance framework for the Regional Internet Registry system and formally submitted it to the Number Resource Organization Executive Council, marking the next stage in a multi-year review of the framework governing Internet number resource management.

28 Jul 2026

AI Omnibus enters into force across the European Union

The European Union’s AI Omnibus Regulation has entered into force, introducing targeted changes to the implementation of the AI Act. The amendments extend compliance timelines, simplify administrative requirements, strengthen support for smaller businesses, and clarify AI governance while maintaining existing safeguards for safety and fundamental rights.

27 Jul 2026

ICANN publishes updated guide to prepare the Internet community for the next Root KSK rollover

ICANN has released an updated guide outlining what technical operators and the broader Internet community should expect during the next Root Key Signing Key rollover, a routine process designed to maintain the security of the Domain Name System.

27 Jul 2026

EU Digital Omnibus on AI Regulation enters into force, strengthening AI Office oversight

The European Union’s Digital Omnibus on AI Regulation has entered into force, clarifying the AI Office’s supervisory responsibilities, expanding its enforcement powers, and introducing new regulatory sandboxes to support AI innovation.

27 Jul 2026

European Commission publishes guidance to support implementation of the Cyber Resilience Act

The European Commission has released practical guidance to help manufacturers, software developers, and businesses prepare for the implementation of the Cyber Resilience Act, providing greater clarity on compliance requirements ahead of key deadlines.

27 Jul 2026

ICRC calls for stronger application of international humanitarian law to cyber operations

The International Committee of the Red Cross has urged states participating in the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs to strengthen their shared understanding of how international humanitarian law applies to cyber operations during armed conflicts, with particular attention to protecting civilians, critical digital infrastructure, and civilian data.

27 Jul 2026

EU outlines priorities for confidence-building measures at UN Global Mechanism on cybersecurity

The European Union has called for the early implementation of existing confidence-building measures under the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs in the Context of International Security, emphasizing practical cooperation, transparency, and communication between states to reduce the risk of cyber incidents.

27 Jul 2026

European Commission preliminarily finds TikTok in breach of Digital Services Act over child account safety

The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that TikTok’s account settings for minors do not provide the level of privacy, safety, and security required under the Digital Services Act, citing concerns over the visibility and discoverability of children’s accounts.

27 Jul 2026

CDT Europe calls for revisions to the European Commission’s draft guidance on high-risk AI systems

The Centre for Democracy and Technology Europe has submitted feedback on the European Commission’s draft guidelines for classifying high-risk AI systems under the EU AI Act, urging clearer interpretations of key provisions and warning that several examples in the draft could lead to inconsistent application of the legislation.

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