The FTC has warned US tech companies not to comply with European and British online safety rules, saying doing so could break American law. The move deepens tensions between the US and Europe over free speech, encryption, and digital regulation.
An MIT study finds 95% of corporate AI projects fail to generate returns due to workflow integration issues.
South Korea will invest $71bn in AI to build a 'super-innovation economy' under its new five-year blueprint.
The launch coincides with federal plans to boost AI while limiting regulation-heavy states.
ICANN’s new Registration Data Policy has officially taken effect, replacing interim rules and creating a consistent framework for handling domain registration data.
ICANN has launched a request for proposals to find a provider for Community Priority Evaluation (CPE) in the next round of new domain endings, starting in April 2026. The process ensures that genuine community groups can gain priority over commercial bidders when competing for the same domain name.
Following consultations with operators, Turkey will auction 11 frequency packages this October, aiming for the first 5G signals in 2026.
Over 30,000 AI experts will be trained as part of Japan’s plan to deepen ties with African nations.
Brazil is moving forward with legislation requiring reliable age and identity verification on digital platforms to protect children online. The bill targets harmful content, underage access, and the rise of kidfluencers, while raising questions about privacy and data protection.
The GNSO’s request for feedback is an opportunity for all stakeholders, including civil society, to help shape how this balance is achieved. Comments submitted during this consultation will guide whether ICANN moves forward with a permanent solution, known as the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure (SSAD).
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
