LACNIC opens applications for 2026 R&D Ambassadors Program
LACNIC has launched a new call for its R&D Ambassadors Program, aiming to support experts working on internet infrastructure development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Civil society submission calls for rights-based approach in global AI governance dialogue
A submission to the Global Dialogue on AI Governance urges a broader, rights-focused approach, linking AI development to social justice, sustainability, and global equity.
UK regulators clarify how platforms should verify users’ age under safety and data protection laws
A joint statement by Ofcom and the Information Commissioner’s Office explains how online services should implement age checks while complying with both online safety and data protection rules.
ICANN seeks input on evaluation guide for community-based domain applications
ICANN has opened a public comment process on a draft guide that will shape how community-based domain name applications are assessed in the 2026 gTLD round.
Platforms publish first disinformation reports under DSA-aligned code
Major online platforms and other signatories have released new reports on their efforts to address disinformation, marking the first reporting cycle since the Code gained formal recognition under the Digital Services Act.
Ecuador considers social media ban for minors linked to crime prevention efforts
Lawmakers in Ecuador are debating a proposal to restrict social media access for children under 15, citing concerns over online recruitment by criminal groups.
UK calls on platforms to strengthen protections against online violence targeting women and girls
Online service providers are being called on to take stronger action against digital harms, including AI-generated abuse, as part of efforts to reduce violence against women and girls.
W3C updates geolocation standard for web applications
The World Wide Web Consortium has published an updated version of its Geolocation Recommendation, defining how web applications can access device location data.
SIHR submission to UN highlights AI and surveillance risks for human rights defenders
A submission by Skyline International for Human Rights warns that AI systems, surveillance tools and cybercrime laws are increasingly used to target activists and journalists across regions.
Report highlights online violence targeting LGBTQIA+ individuals in Ethiopia
A new study examines how digital platforms are used to target LGBTQIA+ individuals in Ethiopia, documenting patterns of online abuse and their offline consequences.
