ICANN seeks independent objectors for 2026 domain expansion round
ICANN has launched a call for experts to serve as Independent Objectors in the upcoming 2026 round of the New gTLD programme.
Meta faces lawsuit over privacy concerns linked to AI smart glasses
A new lawsuit in the United States alleges that Meta misled consumers about privacy protections in its AI-powered smart glasses after reports that human reviewers accessed sensitive user footage.
CDT Europe report questions whether EU rules can curb AI-generated image abuse
CDT Europe’s latest report analyses how EU legislation could be used to address the growing spread of AI-generated deepfakes.
Australia expands age verification rules to AI chatbots, app stores and online platforms
Australia has introduced new age assurance requirements covering AI chatbots, app stores, gaming platforms and pornography sites as part of broader efforts to protect minors online.
New Zealand parliamentary committee proposes age assurance for social media
A parliamentary committee in New Zealand has recommended introducing age assurance for social media platforms and new rules addressing deepfake pornography, online advertising, and algorithmic systems.
White House publishes new US cyber strategy outlining six policy priorities
The US administration has released a new national cyber strategy setting out priorities for defending critical infrastructure, strengthening cyber capabilities, and shaping global technology competition.
Indonesia adopts regulation banning under-16s from high-risk digital platforms
Indonesia has introduced a new regulation requiring digital platforms to prevent children under the age of 16 from creating accounts on services classified as high risk.
Singapore orders Meta to block religiously offensive video under Online Criminal Harms Act
Singapore authorities issued orders to Meta to disable access to social media posts containing a video considered insulting to Islam.
EU debates stronger child protection measures in upcoming Digital Fairness Act
European Union governments are discussing how stronger safeguards for minors could be integrated into the planned Digital Fairness Act, a new initiative aimed at improving consumer protection on digital platforms.
European Commission launches expert panel on child safety online
A new expert panel established by the European Commission will examine risks and protections related to children’s use of social media and advise on possible EU-wide age limits.
