The European Parliament has voted against extending temporary rules that allow platforms to scan private messages for child abuse material, leaving the framework set to expire in April 2026.
A court in the Netherlands has ordered X and its AI system Grok to stop generating non-consensual sexualised content, marking a first binding ruling against an AI image generator in Europe.
A new ITU recommendation sets out how artificial intelligence systems in telecom networks should be monitored, focusing on performance, reliability, and long-term accuracy.
A new W3C Group Note examines how large language models can support technical standards development, while highlighting risks related to accuracy, bias, and accountability.
The European Commission has launched formal proceedings to assess whether Snapchat is complying with EU rules on protecting minors online, focusing on age checks, harmful content, and platform design.
LACNIC has launched a new call for its R&D Ambassadors Program, aiming to support experts working on internet infrastructure development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
A submission to the Global Dialogue on AI Governance urges a broader, rights-focused approach, linking AI development to social justice, sustainability, and global equity.
A joint statement by Ofcom and the Information Commissioner’s Office explains how online services should implement age checks while complying with both online safety and data protection rules.
ICANN has opened a public comment process on a draft guide that will shape how community-based domain name applications are assessed in the 2026 gTLD round.
Major online platforms and other signatories have released new reports on their efforts to address disinformation, marking the first reporting cycle since the Code gained formal recognition under the Digital Services Act.
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
