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4 Sep 2026

ETSI publishes framework to measure data quality for AI and digital systems

ETSI has published a Technical Report defining 18 standardised metrics for assessing data quality, covering reliability, completeness, bias, privacy and other characteristics relevant to data-driven and AI systems.

4 Sep 2026

Spain and Mexico deepen cooperation on AI and digital technology

Spain and Mexico have signed a memorandum covering cooperation in artificial intelligence, supercomputing, cybersecurity, digital skills, connectivity and the use of technology for climate and disaster management.

4 Sep 2026

ICANN adds uptime tracking to Domain Metrica

ICANN has introduced a new Time to Mitigation metric in Domain Metrica to show how long reported domains remain reachable after being identified as potential DNS abuse.

3 Sep 2026

ICANN selects provider for geographic and reserved names reviews

ICANN has appointed Analysys Mason as the provider for the Geographic Names and Reserved Names Panels for the 2026 New gTLD Program, which will assess applications against specific eligibility and documentation requirements.

3 Sep 2026

G20 supports digital innovation while calling for stronger safeguards

G20 finance ministers and central bank governors have backed investment in AI, digital infrastructure and digital assets while calling for responsible innovation, financial stability and stronger measures against technology-enabled financial crime.

2 Sep 2026

SCO expands cooperation on AI, computing and information security

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation has adopted a package of measures on artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and information security, including plans for regional computing capacity and closer cooperation among member states.

2 Sep 2026

EU cybersecurity centre opens €96 million funding call

The European Cybersecurity Competence Centre has opened a €96 million call under the Digital Europe Programme to support cybersecurity technologies, AI-based security tools, critical infrastructure resilience and implementation of EU cybersecurity rules.

2 Sep 2026

ARTICLE 19 raises free expression concerns over Meta child-safety settlement

ARTICLE 19 has criticised Meta’s US settlement on child safety, arguing that some of the agreed measures could restrict freedom of expression and privacy while leaving broader platform design issues insufficiently addressed.

2 Sep 2026

OpenAI limits new Astra model after classifying cyber risk as critical

OpenAI is adding restrictions and additional monitoring to its forthcoming Astra model after internal testing found that it could develop and carry out sophisticated cyberattacks with limited human involvement.

1 Sep 2026

China introduces new rules for online content distribution services

New Chinese regulations governing internet information content distribution services have entered into force, creating additional responsibilities for platforms and multi-channel network companies over content moderation, complaints and violations.

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