YouTube threatens to block Russian rights group’s channel
The warning followed a complaint from Russian regulator Roskomnadzor, alleging content violations, while YouTube didn't specify the law violated.
Council of Europe adopts first-ever international treaty on AI
On 17 May, The Council of Europe Framework Convention on AI and human rights, democracy, and the rule of law was adopted in Strasbourg during the annual ministerial meeting of the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers.
CISA and partners release guide for civil society organisations to address cyber threats
The guide recommends actions and mitigations to reduce the risk of cyber intrusions.
UN OEWG hosts inaugural global roundtable on ICT security capacity building
The roundtable marks a pivotal milestone in fostering international cooperation and dialogue on cybersecurity.
Digital solidarity at the centre of United States Tech Diplomacy
The United States's Department of State introduces a new strategy to promote digital solidarity and shape international technology governance. Digital solidarity involves working together on shared goals, building capacity, and providing mutual support in the use of digital technologies in a rights-respecting manner. The strategy aims to support allies, especially emerging economies, in seizing opportunities presented by new technologies and pursuing economic and development goals. It aligns approaches to technology governance, fosters partnerships with civil society and the private sector, and prioritizes cybersecurity resilience. The Department of State will focus on four areas of action: building a secure and resilient digital ecosystem, promoting rights-respecting approaches to digital governance, countering threats in cyberspace, and strengthening international partners' digital and cyber capacity.
UK’s Data Protection Bill sparks controversy
Critics are strongly opposed to the UK's proposed Data Protection and Digital Information Bill (DPDI), particularly its provisions regarding bank account monitoring for benefit recipients and changes to biometric data oversight.
Kyrgyzstan blocks TikTok over child protection concerns
This move reflects Kyrgyzstan's tightening control over media and civil society. Despite being relatively open, recent actions signal a shift towards state regulation.
UK policymakers begin drafting AI legislation targeting most advanced AI models
The UK is starting to draft regulations governing artificial intelligence with an emphasis on the most sophisticated language models such as those that power OpenAI's ChatGPT.
Digital dominance in the 2024 elections
Digital technologies, particularly AI, have been integral to all stages of the electoral process for several years now. What distinguishes the current landscape is their unprecedented scale and impact.
South Korea to host second global AI safety summit
After Britain hosted the inaugural event at Bletchley Park last November, South Korea will hold the second artificial intelligence (AI) safety summit on May 21–22.
