The American Registry for Internet Numbers has completed a new distribution of scarce IPv4 addresses from its waiting list. Here is what that means, how the system works, and why it remains important for the future of the internet.
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute has released a new European Standard on AI cybersecurity, aiming to provide a common baseline for protecting AI systems against emerging digital threats across their entire lifecycle.
A policy paper published by CDT Europe examines how international and European legal frameworks address technology-facilitated gender-based violence. The paper finds that while recognition of online abuse as a human rights issue is increasing, fragmented laws and uneven enforcement continue to leave significant protection gaps.
The United Kingdom’s media regulator has published new guidance explaining how pornography websites must apply age checks under the Online Safety Act. The document clarifies where and how age verification should be placed to prevent children from accessing explicit content.
In a statement issued on 12 January 2026, the Internet Freedom Foundation cautioned that draft proposals for new smartphone security requirements in India could have far-reaching implications for user privacy, device security, and individual control over personal technology. The proposals, known as the Indian Telecom Security Assurance Requirements, have been reported by Reuters but have not yet undergone public consultation.
In a press statement issued on 14 January 2026, Paradigm Initiative criticised the Ugandan authorities for imposing an internet shutdown and restricting media coverage in the days leading up to the general election. The organisation warns that these measures undermine digital rights, media freedom, and democratic participation at a critical moment.
France’s public health watchdog has concluded that social media has documented negative effects on adolescents’ mental health, particularly among girls. The findings add scientific weight to an ongoing policy debate in France over restricting access to social media for children under 15.
A new analysis by the Irish Council for Civil Liberties and Digital Rights Ireland explains, in practical terms, which public authorities in Ireland and the EU can intervene when illegal content appears online. The publication clarifies how police, regulators, and EU institutions each exercise distinct but overlapping powers, particularly in cases involving child sexual abuse material and non-consensual deepfake images.
New guidance from Australian and New Zealand cyber security authorities explains how small businesses can use artificial intelligence tools safely, highlighting key risks and practical steps to protect data, systems, and customers.
Spain’s government has approved draft legislation aimed at restricting the misuse of artificial intelligence to create deepfake images and voices. The proposal tightens consent requirements, particularly for children, and seeks to limit how images shared online can be reused without permission.
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
