ChatGPT safety checks may trigger police action
Beyond threats, OpenAI is working on detecting risky behaviours in ChatGPT, such as sleep deprivation and unsafe stunts, offering guidance toward trusted contacts and therapists.
Closing the digital divide by 2030 could cost up to USD 2.8 Trillion, ITU report finds
A new ITU report says closing the digital divide by 2030 will cost USD 2.6–2.8 trillion, with infrastructure making up the largest share. The agency urges global cooperation to ensure affordable, inclusive, and meaningful connectivity for all.
Global agencies warn of Chinese cyber espionage through network hacking
An international coalition of cybersecurity agencies has warned that Chinese state-sponsored hackers are breaking into telecom, government, and infrastructure networks worldwide to feed a global espionage system. The attackers exploit known weaknesses in routers and firewalls to secretly capture communications, track movements, and maintain long-term hidden access
France and Germany unite on digital sovereignty, AI, quantum and cloud technologies
Streamlined EU rules for AI and cybersecurity proposed by France and Germany
China enforces new AI content identification rules starting today
By setting clear labelling requirements and establishing responsibility across the content ecosystem, China is positioning itself to combat AI misuse and enhance digital content authenticity.
Zero Draft of WSIS+20 outcome document made available
On 29 August, the co-facilitators for the WSIS+20 process issued the Zero Draft of the outcome document for the twenty-year review of the implementation of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20). Spanning over 20 pages, the zero draft covers a wide range of issues related to the implementation of WSIS outcomes and the broader global digital governance architecture. It talks, for instance, about the challenges of addressing the persistent digital divides and of the need to advance the use of ICTs for sustainable development. It highlights the importance of ensuring that human rights are protected equally online and (See more)
Nigeria drafts framework for AI use in governance and services
A global report found 63% of employers say AI has significantly boosted productivity at work.
China sets 10-year targets for mass AI adoption
Officials acknowledge risks such as model opacity and algorithmic bias while pushing rapid AI growth.
NRO opens second round of consultation on updated Regional Internet Registry governance framework
The Number Resource Organization Number Council (NRO NC) has launched a new public consultation on the second draft of the 'Governance Document for the Recognition, Operation, and Derecognition of Regional Internet Registries.' The revised proposal further refines earlier input gathered between April and May 2025 and aims to modernise the long-standing Internet Coordination Policy (ICP-2), a foundational document defining how Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) are established and governed.
NIST updates cybersecurity guidelines to improve software patching and updates
NIST has updated its cybersecurity and privacy controls catalog to help organizations manage software updates and patches more securely. The changes include new safeguards for logging, root cause analysis, and cyber resiliency, all designed to keep systems safe while minimizing disruptions.
