W3C publishes draft authentication standards for Linked Web Storage
New draft specifications outline how applications can securely authenticate users within the Linked Web Storage ecosystem using multiple identity frameworks.
ENISA updates framework for assessing national cybersecurity capabilities
ENISA has released NCAF 2.0, an updated framework and online tool to help national authorities assess cybersecurity strategy implementation and maturity.
Italy issues guidelines requiring consent for email tracking pixels
Italy’s data protection authority has introduced new rules requiring organisations to inform users and obtain consent before using tracking pixels in emails.
Civil society groups call for stronger participation in UN AI governance dialogue
More than 40 organisations have urged UN member states to ensure meaningful multistakeholder participation in the Global Dialogue on AI governance.
EU Commission launches Digital Europe call on information integrity research
A new EU funding call aims to support research and tools to better understand and respond to online manipulation and disinformation.
IGF 2026 to take place in Nairobi in December
The 21st Internet Governance Forum will be held in December 2026, bringing together global stakeholders to discuss key issues in digital governance.
AFRINIC invites applications for fellowship programme at Africa Internet Summit 2026
Applications are open for a fellowship supporting participation in internet governance and technical discussions at AFRINIC-37 in Nairobi.
Amnesty International report points to growing role of AI and platforms in human rights challenges
Amnesty International has published its annual global report examining human rights developments in 2025 and early 2026, documenting patterns of conflict, repression, and systemic inequality worldwide. Within this broader context, the report highlights the growing role of digital technologies in shaping human rights outcomes. It finds that governments and corporate actors are increasingly using digital [...]
EU Commission launches register to improve access to protected public data
The European Commission has introduced a new register to help users find and understand access conditions for protected datasets held by public authorities.
ICANN extends deadline for independent objector roles in domain name programme
ICANN has extended the deadline for applications to serve as independent objectors in the 2026 round of new domain name allocations.
