Croatia urged to embed human rights into AI law
Experts say AI already harms the vulnerable and marginalised, urging Croatia to adopt stricter rules instead of copying the EU Act without deeper protections.
SCO members invited to join new AI cooperation plan
China urges SCO states to ensure secure and fair AI development.
UK and EU strengthen maritime and cyber security
A new agreement commits the UK and EU to joint action on cyber resilience, disinformation, and digital crisis management.
European Commission to investigate major adult platforms for DSA breaches
The Commission's investigations into Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos focus on the risks for the protection of minors, including those linked to the absence of effective age verification measures.
US federal agency urges streamlined oversight for undersea cable networks
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration urges the the Federal Communications Commission to streamline submarine cable rules, keep the 25-year license, and improve agency coordination to protect security and investment.
EU extends cybersecurity deadline for wireless devices
The publication of harmonised standards and clear testing criteria is expected to simplify the compliance process, particularly for smaller manufacturers that may lack extensive in-house regulatory expertise
ICANN board seeks community feedback on domain name Transfer Policy Review
ICANN is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to its domain name transfer rules. The updates, recommended by the Transfer Policy Review Working Group, aim to make moving domains between registrars simpler, safer, and more transparent.
OEWG Chair releases Zero Draft and Rev 1 of the Final Report, setting stage for final talks
The report includes concrete actions and cooperative measures to address ICT threats and captures concrete progress made at the OEWG to promote an open, secure, stable, accessible and peaceful and interoperable ICT environment.
German court allows Meta to use Facebook and Instagram data
Consumer groups have raised concerns despite a German ruling that supports Meta’s AI data practices.
Human rights groups condemn Jordan’s media crackdown
Human rights groups have unequivocally condemned Jordan’s latest media crackdown as a serious violation of constitutional and international protections for freedom of expression. They urge immediate reversal of the bans, transparency, and comprehensive legal reform to ensure that Jordan’s laws align with its human rights obligations and protect the essential role of independent media in society/
