The European Commission has introduced a new programme to support digital development in North Africa and the Middle East, focusing on governance, cybersecurity, and skills.
A new document from DIGITALEUROPE seeks to counter criticism of proposed changes to the EU AI Act. The paper argues that merging parts of Annex I would simplify compliance without weakening safeguards, as debate continues ahead of trilogue negotiations.
China has issued trial measures establishing ethics review procedures for AI-related scientific and technological activities, covering risk assessment, oversight, and institutional responsibilities.
South Africa has published a draft national AI policy outlining plans for governance institutions, financial incentives, and infrastructure investment, while raising concerns over reliance on foreign technology.
ICANN will hold a series of webinars to guide applicants through the upcoming 2026 round of new domain name applications, focusing on the application system and process.
A coalition of digital rights organisations has criticised Meta’s decision to discontinue end-to-end encryption on Instagram, warning of risks to user privacy and security.
A UN-appointed panel has launched a global study on artificial intelligence, focusing on risks, opportunities, and the role of human oversight in governance.
The Global Network Initiative urges reforms to Section 702 of the US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, citing concerns over privacy, oversight, and global implications.
A new OpenAI policy document presents proposals addressing the economic and societal implications of advanced AI, including labour impacts, safety measures, and governance frameworks.
The European Union and Morocco have launched a Digital Dialogue to expand cooperation on AI, digital infrastructure, and public services.
Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) is a project co-funded by the European Union.
