Two decades on, WSIS+20 sets course for inclusive digital future
As the world grapples with the promises and perils of a rapidly evolving digital landscape, global leaders convened in Geneva to chart a course that leaves no one behind.
EU hospital cybersecurity plan faces backlash over lack of regional input
Regional authorities call for greater involvement in EU cybersecurity plans, emphasising the need for local expertise to shape effective hospital protection strategies.
EU rejects delay for AI Act rollout
Despite lobbying from over a hundred tech firms including Alphabet (Google), Meta, Mistral AI, and ASML, the EU remains committed to its timeline to ensure regulatory certainty and maintain its position in the global AI landscape
BRICS Leaders Agree on Joint Approach to Technology, Finance, and Global Challenges
BRICS leaders call for global efforts for AI governance at Rio summit
AliExpress agrees to binding EU rules on data and transparency
Under EU pressure, AliExpress will let users opt out of personalisation and provide clearer information on how its algorithm ranks products.
UK plans new laws to tackle undersea cable sabotage
As geopolitical tensions mount beneath the waves, the UK is racing to future-proof its defence laws against unseen threats lurking in the deep.
Domain transfer policy reform advances toward final ICANN’s board approval
The current review process, which began in 2021, represents the most extensive review of the Transfer Policy to date. The working group’s Final Report includes forty-seven recommendations that address a wide range of issues.
European Commission adopted Delegated Regulation on data access under Digital Services Act
The regulation introduces a structured process for this data sharing. A key element is the creation of the DSA data access portal, operated by the Commission, which serves as a central hub for handling applications and communications between researchers, companies, and national authorities.
EU races to catch up in quantum tech amid cybersecurity fears
Cybersecurity agencies urge governments to adopt post-quantum protections before 2030.
ICANN84 annual general meeting relocated to Dublin
Further details on accommodations, logistics, and travel will be provided soon via a dedicated FAQ page. Registration for ICANN84 will open in the near future.
