ICANN Releases Schedule for Annual Meeting in Dublin
ICANN84 Annual General Meeting will be held in Dublin, Ireland at The Convention Centre Dublin from 25-30 October 2025.
EU SEE pushes for stronger civic-space safeguards and rights-based commitments in WSIS+20 draft
In its submission to the WSIS+20 Zero Draft, the EU System for an Enabling Environment (EU SEE) calls for a stronger focus on civic space, human rights, and inclusive digital governance. The proposals seek to ensure that the review of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) outcomes in 2025 reinforces transparency, accountability, and participation across all areas of digital policy.
EU opens consultation on AI incident reporting rules
Anyone interested, companies, civil society groups, or individuals, can submit feedback through the consultation portal until 7 November.
Greece considers social media ban for under-16s, says Mitsotakis
Speaking at the UN General Assembly, Mitsotakis warned of the risks of unchecked social media use on children’s minds and urged global action.
Launch of open call for Independent International Scientific Panel on AI
Candidates with expertise in core AI fields (including generative AI, machine learning, robotics, and AI safety), applied AI (health, climate, social sciences, digital society), and related interdisciplinary areas such as ethics, governance, and risk assessment are invited to apply.
Mali launches new digital platforms to improve access to public services
Mali has launched new digital platforms to improve access to public services, including biometric driver’s licenses, electronic toll systems, and a national health information platform. The initiatives, developed locally, are part of the government’s broader digital transformation plan.
EU ministers to debate stronger protections for children online
The informal council meeting, hosted by the Danish Minister for Digital Affairs, Caroline Stage, under the Danish EU Presidency, will take place on 10 October.
Canada launches AI Strategy Task Force and opens public consultation
The Task Force brings together experts from academia, industry, and civil society, while Canadians can share their views through the Consulting Canadians portal until 31 October 2025. The government says the strategy will focus on research, innovation, infrastructure, and building public trust in AI.
UN launches Global Dialogue on AI Governance
The United Nations launched the Global Dialogue on AI Governance on 25 September, following a General Assembly decision in August to establish a forum for international discussions on regulating artificial intelligence. The dialogue will begin its first formal meetings in 2026, coinciding with the AI for Good Summit in Geneva.
ICANN oublishes new rules to expand internet domain names in more languages and scripts
This work is developed by community-based 'Generation Panels,' groups of experts and stakeholders from each script community, and is finalised through ICANN’s public consultation process. More scripts are expected to be added in future versions as proposals are completed.
