US diplomats instructed to oppose foreign data sovereignty laws
n internal State Department cable directs US diplomats to push back against data localisation and sovereignty laws abroad and to promote alternative cross-border data frameworks.
ICANN opens applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2026
ICANN has announced that applications for the 2026 Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy will open on 5 March, with the programme scheduled for July in Busan, Republic of Korea.
ICANN seeks public input on draft guidelines to advance Universal Acceptance
ICANN has opened a public comment period on draft guidelines developed by its Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group, aimed at promoting broader adoption of Universal Acceptance across the internet ecosystem.
EU Commission to delay high risk AI guidance
The European Commission has postponed publication of guidelines clarifying high-risk AI systems under the EU AI Act, marking a second missed deadline and adding to ongoing implementation delays.
ITU publishes new framework for IoT support in converged fixed, mobile and satellite networks
A new ITU-T Recommendation sets out technical requirements and procedures for supporting internet of things services across converged fixed, mobile and satellite networks in IMT-2020 and future systems.
ICANN launches tender for name collision mitigation in 2026 domain expansion
ICANN has issued a public request for proposals to appoint a provider to manage the Name Collision Temporary Delegation process during the 2026 round of new generic top-level domains.
Türkiye reviews children’s data practices and considers social media age verification
Türkiye’s data protection authority has launched a review of major social media platforms’ handling of children’s data, as the government prepares draft legislation introducing age verification and possible access restrictions.
Social media platforms suspended in Gabon amid unrest, Paradigm Initiative raises concerns
Gabon has restricted access to major social media platforms following a directive by the national communications authority, with monitoring groups confirming disruptions.
AI Impact Summit in New Delhi adopts declaration on inclusive and cooperative AI development
Representatives from more than 90 countries and international organisations endorsed a declaration in New Delhi outlining voluntary principles for AI development, access, trust, and international cooperation.
X Corp. challenges €120 million EU fine under Digital Services Act
X Corp. has appealed a €120 million fine imposed by the European Commission for alleged breaches of the Digital Services Act.
