Ecuador considers social media ban for minors linked to crime prevention efforts
Lawmakers in Ecuador are debating a proposal to restrict social media access for children under 15, citing concerns over online recruitment by criminal groups.
UK calls on platforms to strengthen protections against online violence targeting women and girls
Online service providers are being called on to take stronger action against digital harms, including AI-generated abuse, as part of efforts to reduce violence against women and girls.
W3C updates geolocation standard for web applications
The World Wide Web Consortium has published an updated version of its Geolocation Recommendation, defining how web applications can access device location data.
SIHR submission to UN highlights AI and surveillance risks for human rights defenders
A submission by Skyline International for Human Rights warns that AI systems, surveillance tools and cybercrime laws are increasingly used to target activists and journalists across regions.
Report highlights online violence targeting LGBTQIA+ individuals in Ethiopia
A new study examines how digital platforms are used to target LGBTQIA+ individuals in Ethiopia, documenting patterns of online abuse and their offline consequences.
Australia regulator warns AI companions pose risks to children online
Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has found that AI companion chatbots are failing to protect children from harmful content, raising concerns over weak safeguards and limited oversight.
IFF raises concerns over social media takedowns and proposed expansion of blocking powers in India
The Internet Freedom Foundation warns that recent takedowns and proposed changes to India’s content-blocking framework could increase opaque censorship and reduce procedural safeguards.
Russia proposes powers to restrict or ban foreign AI tools
Russia is considering new rules that could allow authorities to limit or block foreign AI systems, as part of efforts to control data flows and strengthen domestic technology.
ETSI releases open-source platform for telecom cloud federation and 6G experimentation
ETSI has launched the first version of its Open Operator Platform, aimed at enabling telecom cloud federation and supporting experimentation with 5G-Advanced and future 6G technologies.
GNI submission to UN consultation warns digital tools increase risks for human rights defenders
The Global Network Initiative has submitted input to a UN consultation on human rights defenders, warning that digital technologies and regulations are increasing risks to privacy, safety and freedom of expression.
