ICANN has formed a Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group to push for global internet systems that support all domain names and email addresses, regardless of language or script. The initiative is central to digital inclusion and the expansion of the next round of new domain names.
The UN’s latest resolution signals a turning point in global AI governance, setting the stage for both scientific oversight and multistakeholder dialogue on how AI will shape societies worldwide.
ChatGPT said: Canada’s privacy watchdog has recommended that Google remove certain outdated news articles from its search results when a person’s name is searched.
Social media adoption enhances Vietnam’s foreign information outreach.
A continent-wide crackdown on cybercrime in Africa led to 1,200 arrests, nearly $100 million seized, and the shutdown of illegal crypto and fraud networks.
The US argues that the DSA censors Americans and disproportionately affects US companies, while the EU contends it protects citizens from harmful content.
ICANN has opened applications for its NextGen@ICANN Program, inviting Asia Pacific students aged 18–30 to participate in ICANN85 in Mumbai in March 2026. The program offers training, mentorship, and the chance to actively contribute to global internet governance discussions.
The EU has launched a new Cybersecurity Reserve to help Member States and key sectors respond to major cyberattacks. Managed by ENISA and backed by €36 million from the Digital Europe Programme, the Reserve will provide rapid-response services from trusted providers, supporting sectors like health and energy under the NIS2 Directive.
With cyberattacks on the rise and a shortage of trained professionals, Australia is considering a volunteer 'cyber militia' to strengthen its defences. The proposal could expand national resilience but would require careful safeguards to manage legal and security risks.
AI’s rapid rise is reshaping how nations think about energy, opening the door to new partnerships that could redefine the path toward a cleaner and smarter future.
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
