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.
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.
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.
ITU standard defines management framework for cross-domain network slicing
A new International Telecommunication Union recommendation sets out how operators can coordinate network slices across access, transport, and core networks in IMT-2020 networks and beyond.
W3C draft proposes new trust model for verifiable credential ecosystems
A new draft specification from the World Wide Web Consortium outlines a framework for identifying trusted issuers and verifiers in decentralised digital credential systems.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
