Paradigm Initiative backs court challenge to Tanzania’s restriction of X platform

By |2026-06-10T04:30:44+00:00May00 20, 2026|

Digital rights organisation Paradigm Initiative has announced its support for a constitutional case before Tanzania’s High Court challenging restrictions on access to X, arguing that any limitations on digital platforms must comply with constitutional and human rights standards.

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Civil society submission urges UN AI dialogue to prioritise Global Majority governance concerns

By |2026-05-19T11:31:52+00:00May52 19, 2026|

A submission by the Tech Global Institute calls on the UN’s upcoming AI governance dialogue to address structural inequalities in global AI development, oversight, and participation.

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European Commission opens review of EU copyright rules amid AI and licensing debates

By |2026-05-19T11:25:47+00:00May47 19, 2026|

The European Commission is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of the EU’s copyright framework and the impact of generative AI on licensing, enforcement, and creators’ rights.

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GNI warns India’s draft IT Rules could expand executive control over online speech

By |2026-05-19T11:21:04+00:00May04 19, 2026|

The Global Network Initiative has urged India to withdraw or revise proposed IT Rules amendments, citing risks to privacy, free expression, and due process.

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Global South Alliance calls for rights-based and inclusive UN AI governance process

By |2026-05-19T11:34:25+00:00May29 18, 2026|

A submission by the Global South Alliance urges the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance to prioritise human rights, interoperability, and meaningful participation from Global South communities in emerging AI governance frameworks.

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European Union ratifies Council of Europe AI convention

By |2026-05-18T10:15:19+00:00May18 18, 2026|

The European Union has formally ratified the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law, strengthening the treaty’s institutional backing within Europe.

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Paradigm Initiative raises concerns over internet shutdowns at African human rights session

By |2026-06-10T04:36:55+00:00May00 18, 2026|

At the 87th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, Paradigm Initiative urged African governments to end internet shutdowns and repeal laws that enable broad restrictions on online access.

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Civil society groups call for open internet ahead of The Gambia’s 2026 elections

By |2026-06-10T04:32:49+00:00May00 18, 2026|

A coalition of civil society organisations, journalists, and digital rights advocates has called on Gambian authorities, telecommunications operators, and electoral institutions to protect internet access and digital rights during the country’s 2026 general elections.

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ICANN Board approves funding changes and review reform measures ahead of 2026 gTLD round

By |2026-05-20T10:55:00+00:00May25 15, 2026|

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers Board approved a series of governance, budget, and review changes during its May 2026 meeting, including updates linked to the New gTLD Program and ICANN’s review processes.

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European standards bodies publish new methods for analysing nano-objects in food and industrial materials

By |2026-05-21T10:07:31+00:00May31 15, 2026|

European Committee for Standardization has released two new technical specifications aimed at harmonising how nano-objects are detected and measured in food additives, powders, aerosols, and suspensions.

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