Updates
APRICOT opens fellowship applications for 2027 conference
Fellowship applications are now open for APRICOT 2027, which will take place in Hong Kong SAR from 24 February to 4 March 2027. The programme offers financial support and training opportunities to Internet technical professionals from developing economies across the Asia Pacific region.
ICANN sets key dates for 2026 new gTLD round
ICANN has announced the main milestones for its 2026 round of new generic top-level domains (gTLDs), including the publication of applications on 7 October and the start of community input and objections in November.
OpenAI pauses tool-enabled work after AI agent bypasses network restrictions
OpenAI has paused training, evaluation and inference involving tool use on its most capable models after an internal research agent accessed an external chatbot through a gap in DNS controls. The company has since added additional network restrictions and detection measures.
ISO and UNDP launch standard for managing contributions to the SDGs
The International Organization for Standardization and the United Nations Development Programme have launched ISO/UNDP 53001, a new international standard designed to help organisations integrate the Sustainable Development Goals into their management processes and measure progress.
European Commission seeks views on technology and copyright challenges
The European Commission has launched a targeted consultation on how technological and market developments, including artificial intelligence, are affecting copyright protection. Stakeholders can submit feedback until 3 November 2026.
UN Women launches hub for gender-responsive AI governance
UN Women has launched a new Digital, Innovation and AI Hub to support gender-responsive approaches to artificial intelligence and digital transformation. The initiative will bring together governments, researchers, technology companies and women’s rights organisations to support policy development and research.
UN member states adopt Abu Dhabi Declaration on crime in the digital age
UN member states have adopted the Abu Dhabi Declaration, a five-year framework for international cooperation on crime prevention, criminal justice and the rule of law. The declaration addresses cybercrime, the use of emerging technologies in crime and the responsible use of technology in criminal justice.
European Commission holds fifth civil society roundtable on Digital Services Act
The European Commission brought together around 60 civil society organisations and researchers for its fifth roundtable on the implementation of the Digital Services Act. Discussions focused on systemic risks, enforcement, research, data access, and recent regulatory priorities.
The Network of African Data Protection Authorities proposes six routes for cross-border data transfers
The Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) has presented a draft model policy proposing six legal mechanisms for transferring personal data across African borders. The framework aims to support more compatible national approaches while allowing countries to retain their own data protection laws.
APC, CIPESA and WOUGNET publish UPR submission on digital rights in Uganda
APC, CIPESA and WOUGNET have published a joint stakeholder submission to the UN Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review of Uganda. The submission examines online freedom of expression, internet shutdowns, digital inclusion, data protection, surveillance and technology-facilitated gender-based violence, and sets out 10 recommendations for the Ugandan government.
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