ICANN has launched a request for information on how to run auctions for the next round of new internet domain endings, known as generic top-level domains (gTLDs). The organization is seeking input from potential vendors on how to apply its auction rules in practice, with the aim of ensuring the process is fair, transparent, and efficient. Responses are due by 3 October 2025.
The UK has dropped its demand that Apple build a backdoor into its encrypted systems after opposition from the US, which warned it could endanger user security. Apple had challenged the order in court, saying such access would create risks for millions of users worldwide.
The probe will assess whether Meta’s generative AI tools facilitated exploitation or deception and whether the company misrepresented its child safety measures.
Reports of wrongful Instagram account suspensions have led to a petition urging Meta to address moderation errors and clarify the impact of recent policy updates.
Major platforms face scrutiny in the Netherlands as regulators intensify efforts to counter systemic online risks ahead of the October election.
Emotional tactics help AI chatbots secure private details with minimal user resistance.
Stricter UK rules for adult sites have triggered a surge in VPN downloads as users seek ways to bypass age verification requirements.
This year’s meeting was especially significant, marking 20 years since the IGF was established. Over 9,000 participants from 165 countries took part in more than 260 sessions, both onsite and online.
ENISA guidance turns NIS2's legal language into practical actions for businesses.
A recent study commissioned by the European Commission highlights the potential of artificial intelligence to improve efficiency, diagnosis, and treatment in healthcare systems across Europe. While AI tools are available and show promising results, their integration into clinical practice remains limited due to regulatory complexity, organisational barriers, and issues of trust and data governance.
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
