W3C publishes first public draft of SHACL 1.2 Inference Rules
The draft defines a framework for using SHACL rules to derive new RDF triples from existing data, extending the language beyond data validation.
Paradigm Initiative welcomes Senegal ruling limiting media regulator powers
Paradigm Initiative has welcomed a decision by Senegal’s Constitutional Council striking down several powers granted to the country’s new media regulator, while calling for safeguards to be maintained in its implementation.
NIST finalises guidance on protecting digital identity and access tokens
NIST and CISA have finalised guidance to help organisations protect identity and access tokens from forgery, theft and misuse across cloud and other digital systems.
EU plans new AI safeguards and child online rules
Ursula von der Leyen has announced new initiatives on frontier AI and children’s online safety, alongside measures to strengthen Europe’s technological capacity and cybersecurity.
IGF 2026 selects 80 workshops across five thematic areas
The IGF has selected 80 workshops for its 2026 programme, covering issues ranging from digital infrastructure and innovation to human rights, cybersecurity and information integrity.
European Commission proposes minimum age of 15 for social media accounts
The European Commission has proposed the EU KIDS Act, which would restrict social media access for children under 13 and introduce new safety and age-assurance requirements for online services.
Civil society organisations raise concerns over Bangladesh’s proposed cyber law amendments
A coalition of civil society organisations and rights advocates have called for the withdrawal of proposed amendments to Bangladesh’s Cyber Protection Act 2026, citing concerns over speech-related offences, due process and expanded government powers over online content.
French court halts eight journalist job cuts linked to AI rollout
A French court has suspended a plan to eliminate eight editorial secretary positions at Infopro Digital subsidiary Gisi, citing the need for real-world testing of the AI tools involved.
Canada plans sovereign broadband backbone linking the country to Europe and Asia
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced plans to help finance a national broadband backbone connecting Canada from coast to coast to coast, with more direct links to Europe and Asia.
UN expert calls for action against digital spread of denialism
UN Special Rapporteur Bernard Duhaime has warned that artificial intelligence and social media are expanding the reach of denialist content and urged governments to address it without undermining freedom of expression.
