Updates

13 May 2026

ICANN introduces 24-hour response requirement for urgent domain data requests

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers has updated its Registration Data Policy to require faster handling of urgent law enforcement requests for nonpublic domain registration data.

13 May 2026

ICANN opens review of domain name rules for additional scripts and languages

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers is seeking public input on new and revised Label Generation Rules used to support internationalised domain names across multiple scripts and languages.

13 May 2026

Von der Leyen signals possible EU proposal on minimum age for social media access

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU may consider legislation introducing a social media delay for minors.

12 May 2026

ICANN86 schedule published

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers has released the schedule for ICANN86 Policy Forum, which will take place in hybrid format in Seville next month.

12 May 2026

EU education ministers call for human-centred approach to AI in schools

The Council of the European Union has adopted conclusions on AI in education, stressing that AI tools should support rather than replace the role of teachers.

11 May 2026

AFRINIC extends consultation period for bylaws review process

AFRINIC has extended the deadline for community input on proposed bylaws revisions, citing the need for broader participation and more detailed feedback.

11 May 2026

The European Telecommunications Standards Institute publishes interoperability testing standard for next-generation emergency networks

A new specification from European Telecommunications Standards Institute aims to ensure that emergency communication systems from different vendors can function together across increasingly complex digital networks.

11 May 2026

NRO NC publishes updated status report on RIR governance document revisions

The Number Resource Organization Number Council has released a new progress report on revisions to the RIR Governance Document, outlining unresolved issues and ongoing drafting work.

10 May 2026

Ofcom outlines broader enforcement priorities under UK Online Safety Act

Ofcom says its online safety work for 2026–27 will focus on child protection, illegal hate content, terrorism, and harms targeting women and girls, while expanding implementation of the Online Safety Act.

10 May 2026

Instagram ended support for encrypted chats in May 2026

Instagram has discontinued its optional end-to-end encrypted chat feature, removing a privacy function previously available for some direct messages.

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