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/
US delays 50% tariff on EU imports until July
Talks on US-EU trade tariffs will resume, with a new deadline set for 9 July 2025.
FCC to enhance security on foreign communications equipment
While the rule prioritises national security, it also has implications for US telecom companies. Carriers will need to comply with the new regulations, which might involve replacing existing equipment from covered vendors
Global intelligence and cybersecurity agencies issue joint AI data security framework
The Cybersecurity Information Sheet (CSI) provides essential guidance on securing data used in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) systems. It also highlights the importance of data security in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of AI outcomes and outlines potential risks arising from data integrity issues in various stages of AI development and deployment.
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute issues a statement on EU’s new single market strategy
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute endorses harmonised standards as backbone of single market regulation.
European Commission invites civil society input on Digital Services Act implementation
Submissions will help the Commission better understand how different organisations contribute to enforcement and oversight, and may lead to future opportunities for participation in events and consultations.
European Commission launches consultation on data use in AI development
The Commission invites academia, researchers, and industry to provide their feedback to the consultation by 18 July.
The United Nations calls for urgent regulation of military AI
The US is increasing export controls on advanced AI chips to limit China’s technological and military progress. In response, China has strongly condemned these actions as 'bullying' and protectionism.
European experts convene in Stavanger to harmonise AI standards
The successful Stavanger plenary sets the stage for finalising key AI standards in 2026, in time for the AI Act’s implementation.
