Morocco sets out national AI roadmap to 2030

By |2026-01-19T13:51:58+00:00January29 14, 2026|

Morocco is preparing to launch a national artificial intelligence strategy, Maroc IA 2030, aimed at modernising public services, strengthening digital skills and boosting economic competitiveness. The roadmap places AI at the centre of the country’s long-term digital development plans.

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The World Economic Forum has released its Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026.

By |2026-01-19T12:02:59+00:00January41 14, 2026|

Published in January 2026 by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with Accenture, the Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026 argues that cybersecurity has moved decisively from the IT department to the boardroom. The report warns that artificial intelligence, geopolitics, and widening digital inequality are reshaping cyber risk in ways that affect economies, public services, and democratic institutions worldwide.

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SRB GDPR case on pseudonymised data ends without court ruling

By |2026-01-19T11:30:21+00:00January30 14, 2026|

A closely watched EU data protection case involving pseudonymised data has concluded without a final judgment, after both parties withdrew their claims following guidance from the Court of Justice of the European Union.

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UK regulator issues guidance on age checks for pornography websites

By |2026-01-15T10:24:48+00:00January21 14, 2026|

The United Kingdom’s media regulator has published new guidance explaining how pornography websites must apply age checks under the Online Safety Act. The document clarifies where and how age verification should be placed to prevent children from accessing explicit content.

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EU Commission opens call for evidence on European Open Digital Ecosystem Strategy

By |2026-01-16T09:44:14+00:00January43 14, 2026|

The European Commission has launched a public call for evidence to inform a forthcoming European Open Digital Ecosystem Strategy. The initiative aims to strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty by addressing structural challenges facing open-source software and digital commons across the EU.

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India: Internet Freedom Foundation raises concerns over proposed smartphone security requirements

By |2026-01-15T09:18:52+00:00January25 14, 2026|

In a statement issued on 12 January 2026, the Internet Freedom Foundation cautioned that draft proposals for new smartphone security requirements in India could have far-reaching implications for user privacy, device security, and individual control over personal technology. The proposals, known as the Indian Telecom Security Assurance Requirements, have been reported by Reuters but have not yet undergone public consultation.

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Paradigm Initiative condemns internet shutdown and media restrictions ahead of Uganda’s 2026 election

By |2026-01-15T09:12:34+00:00January02 14, 2026|

In a press statement issued on 14 January 2026, Paradigm Initiative criticised the Ugandan authorities for imposing an internet shutdown and restricting media coverage in the days leading up to the general election. The organisation warns that these measures undermine digital rights, media freedom, and democratic participation at a critical moment.

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France’s health watchdog warns social media harms adolescent mental health

By |2026-01-15T08:29:15+00:00January58 14, 2026|

France’s public health watchdog has concluded that social media has documented negative effects on adolescents’ mental health, particularly among girls. The findings add scientific weight to an ongoing policy debate in France over restricting access to social media for children under 15.

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who has the power to act on illegal content online in Ireland

By |2026-01-15T10:11:11+00:00January00 14, 2026|

A new analysis by the Irish Council for Civil Liberties and Digital Rights Ireland explains, in practical terms, which public authorities in Ireland and the EU can intervene when illegal content appears online. The publication clarifies how police, regulators, and EU institutions each exercise distinct but overlapping powers, particularly in cases involving child sexual abuse material and non-consensual deepfake images.

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Australia and New Zealand issue guidance on artificial intelligence and cyber security for small businesses

By |2026-01-15T10:20:16+00:00January00 14, 2026|

New guidance from Australian and New Zealand cyber security authorities explains how small businesses can use artificial intelligence tools safely, highlighting key risks and practical steps to protect data, systems, and customers.

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