Privacy concerns force Worldcoin to erase iris scan data
Biometric technologies under scrutiny after Worldcoin data ruling.
TP-Link faces US ban amid cybersecurity concerns, WSJ reports
A potential ban on the Chinese company over national security threads.
Trump meets crypto leader to plan Bitcoin reserve
The initiative aligns with Trump's pro-crypto agenda, appointing key industry advocates to significant positions, and suggests increasing US governmental interest in cryptocurrency as a hedge against economic uncertainties.
Empowering civil society: Overcoming barriers in digital governance
The discussion emphasised the need for structural changes, better funding, and capacity-building to empower CSOs, particularly in the Global South, to effectively shape digital policies.
UK’s online safety rules take effect
The Online Safety Act has issued a final warning to social media platforms, giving them until March 2025 to address illegal content or face hefty fines.
United Nations takes steps to safeguard submarine cables
In an effort to protect vital undersea cables from damage and disruptions, the UN has launched a new initiative aimed at enhancing their resilience and accelerating repairs.
New committee to define AI standards in China
A new AI standards committee in China includes top tech firms and academic experts.
AI safeguards prove hard to define
The US AI safety chief warns of tough challenges.
UN Cybercrime Convention raises human rights concerns in the Arab region
The UN General Assembly is poised to adopt a new convention on cybercrime next month, raising concerns about threats to digital rights, particularly in the Arab region.
International Red Cross sets guidelines for AI use
The ICRC's approach prioritises ethical standards, focusing on humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence.
