ICANN moves public datasets to new webpage without login requirement
ICANN has simplified access to its public data by moving datasets from the Open Data Platform to a dedicated page on its main website.
Anthropic disables Fable 5 and Mythos 5 after US order targeting foreign-national access
Anthropic says a US export-control directive required it to block foreign nationals from accessing Fable 5 and Mythos 5, leading the company to suspend the models for all customers to ensure compliance.
ICANN seeks provider to assess name collision risks in 2026 domain expansion
ICANN has opened a public procurement process for experts to examine whether proposed new internet address endings could conflict with names already used inside private networks.
ETSI publishes first standards for European digital identity wallets
More than 24 technical specifications will help digital identity wallets work securely across EU countries and services, allowing people to prove their identity, share official information, and sign documents from a mobile device.
UK plans first screen-use guidance for children aged 5 to 16
The UK government has launched a call for evidence to help develop practical advice for parents on children’s screen time, social media use, sleep, and smartphone habits.
Coalition warns EU Digital Networks Act could weaken net neutrality protections
More than 30 civil society, consumer, internet infrastructure, media, and technology organisations have urged EU lawmakers to amend the proposed Digital Networks Act, arguing that parts of the legislation could undermine net neutrality and disrupt the internet interconnection ecosystem.
Japan updates government guidelines for generative AI procurement and use
Japan has adopted revised guidelines governing the procurement, deployment, and management of generative AI systems, introducing stronger oversight requirements and new procedures for high-risk AI projects.
W3C publishes draft specification for SHACL-based user interfaces
The World Wide Web Consortium has released the first public draft of a specification that aims to standardise how user interfaces can be described using SHACL, a language widely used for validating and structuring linked data.
Thirteen civil society organisations warn against internet shutdowns ahead of The Gambia’s 2026 elections
Thirteen civil society organisations have called on Gambian authorities, the electoral commission, and telecom operators to protect internet access, data rights, and digital freedoms during the 2026 electoral cycle.
UN cybercrime protocol talks expose disagreements over what should become an international crime
Governments have started discussing a possible supplementary protocol to the UN Cybercrime Convention. Early submissions show disagreement over whether negotiations should begin now and whether the protocol should focus narrowly on cyber offences or include broader crimes involving online content, national security, and AI.
