Parents tell congress AI chatbots put children at risk
The hearing focused on risks posed by consumer-facing chatbots, particularly for minors, and the lack of safeguards in the fast-moving artificial intelligence industry.
Italy passes comprehensive AI law
taly has passed the EU’s first national artificial intelligence law, setting rules for privacy, oversight, and child access. The law requires human oversight of AI decisions, restricts use by under-14s without parental consent, and introduces penalties for harmful AI uses like deepfakes. It also allocates €1 billion to support AI, cybersecurity, and quantum technology, though critics say this funding is modest compared to global efforts.
EU prepares ICT supply chain toolbox amid tensions over Chinese vendors
The EU’s ICT Supply Chain Toolbox will be presented on September 25, aiming to strengthen security of critical communications infrastructure against high-risk foreign suppliers such as Huawei and ZTE. While designed as guidance, Brussels is considering tying it to the Cybersecurity Act revision, which could make restrictions binding. Member states remain split, with Germany and Sweden moving toward phaseouts, while others like Spain and Hungary resist tougher measures.
OpenAI sets new rules for teen safety in AI use
Age prediction and identity checks are among OpenAI’s measures to protect young users.
EU commission seeks input on simplifying digital rules
The initiative builds on earlier consultations, including reviews of the EU’s Data Strategy, Cybersecurity Act, and AI strategy.
US and China reach framework deal on TikTok
The future of TikTok in the United States now rests on a tentative agreement that could reshape both trade relations and digital security discussions.
UNDP publishes digital participation guide to empower civic action
The Digital Participation Platforms Guide (2025 Edition) aims to equip governments, civil society, and public institutions with tools to select, launch, and manage digital platforms that promote transparency and participation.
German state pushes digital sovereignty
Instead of relying on Microsoft software, civil servants in Germany's Schleswig-Holstein state are moving to open-source alternatives, a shift seen as a model for digital sovereignty.
Nepal faces political crisis as protests turn deadly and civil society calls for accountability
Nepal is facing its worst political crisis in years as youth-led protests over corruption and digital freedoms have been met with lethal state violence, leaving at least 51 dead and over 1,000 injured. Civil society groups are calling for accountability, independent investigations, and protection of fundamental freedoms, warning that without urgent reforms the country risks sliding into deeper instability.
China releases version 2.0 of AI security governance framework
ChatGPT said: China has released Version 2.0 of its AI Security Governance Framework, an updated set of rules to manage the risks of artificial intelligence as the technology evolves. Building on the 2024 framework, the new version refines risk classifications, introduces graded levels of risk, and updates preventive measures.
