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19 May 2026

Civil society submission urges UN AI dialogue to prioritise Global Majority governance concerns

A submission by the Tech Global Institute calls on the UN’s upcoming AI governance dialogue to address structural inequalities in global AI development, oversight, and participation.

19 May 2026

European Commission opens review of EU copyright rules amid AI and licensing debates

The European Commission is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of the EU’s copyright framework and the impact of generative AI on licensing, enforcement, and creators’ rights.

19 May 2026

GNI warns India’s draft IT Rules could expand executive control over online speech

The Global Network Initiative has urged India to withdraw or revise proposed IT Rules amendments, citing risks to privacy, free expression, and due process.

18 May 2026

Global South Alliance calls for rights-based and inclusive UN AI governance process

A submission by the Global South Alliance urges the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance to prioritise human rights, interoperability, and meaningful participation from Global South communities in emerging AI governance frameworks.

18 May 2026

European Union ratifies Council of Europe AI convention

The European Union has formally ratified the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law, strengthening the treaty’s institutional backing within Europe.

15 May 2026

Indian digital rights group urges stronger safeguards in India’s public Wi-Fi expansion plans

The Internet Freedom Foundation has called for stronger privacy, security, and affordability protections in India’s latest consultation on expanding public Wi-Fi access.

15 May 2026

UN begins organising thematic leadership for AI governance summit

The United Nations is inviting governments and stakeholders to help lead thematic discussions at its July 2026 Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva.

15 May 2026

ICANN extends application deadline for independent objector roles in next gTLD round

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers has extended the deadline for expressions of interest from candidates seeking to serve as Independent Objectors in the 2026 round of new generic top-level domains.

15 May 2026

Italian court opens first hearing in lawsuit against Meta and TikTok over minors’ social media use

A court in Milan has begun examining a case brought against Meta Platforms and TikTok over alleged harms linked to social media design and underage users.

14 May 2026

EU member states back compromise text revising parts of AI Act implementation

EU governments have agreed on a compromise proposal that would adjust timelines, obligations, and enforcement mechanisms under the Artificial Intelligence Act while introducing new prohibited AI practices.

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