ICANN's application period for the 2026 round of the New Generic Top-Level Domains Program closes on 12 August 2026, with applicants also required to meet separate deadlines for payment of the evaluation fee.
ICANN is seeking public feedback on a technical study examining whether internet domain names can be linked to alternative naming systems without compromising the security and stability of the Domain Name System.
The Philippines’ National Privacy Commission has opened a consultation on draft rules that would expand and clarify when organisations must conduct privacy impact assessments for high-risk personal data processing.
The European Commission has called on Meta and TikTok to increase monitoring and strengthen cooperation with fact-checkers during crisis situations, following a wave of disinformation linked to the recent Ceuta border crisis.
The Net Rights Coalition is calling on the Zambian government to protect freedom of expression, media freedom and access to the internet before, during and after the 13 August 2026 general elections.
Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority has established reporting deadlines and disclosure requirements for digital platforms with more than 1 million registered users under 18, under the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents.
The European Commission’s AI Office has launched several tools to support enforcement of the EU AI Act, including a complaint mechanism for alleged violations, a dedicated channel for downstream providers of general-purpose AI models, and a whistleblower tool for people working with AI providers.
China has established a technical committee under its Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to develop and revise industry standards for the country's emerging quantum technology sector. The committee will cover quantum computing, communication, precision measurement and other foundational technologies.
The European Commission has signed an implementation agreement with the SpaceRISE consortium to accelerate the deployment of the IRIS² satellite network, expanding the planned constellation and increasing its capacity for secure government communications.
Access Now and the #KeepItOn coalition have called on Zambian authorities to ensure uninterrupted access to the internet and digital platforms during the 2026 elections, warning that shutdowns could affect access to information and freedom of expression.
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
