ICANN extends call for independent objectors in 2026 new gTLD round
ICANN has extended its call for independent objectors, who will be able to challenge proposed new top-level domains when they raise community or public interest concerns.
Swiss lawmakers ask government to assess AI apps in media copyright bill
Switzerland is reviewing whether AI applications should be included in proposed rules that would require online services to compensate publishers for displaying extracts of journalistic content.
OHCHR calls for continuous human rights checks across AI lifecycle
A new OHCHR report says states should use systematic human rights due diligence to prevent, assess and remedy risks linked to artificial intelligence, especially in high-risk public and military uses.
2026 State of the Digital Decade report warns EU must close structural digital gaps
The 2026 State of the Digital Decade report shows progress on connectivity, digital public services, and AI adoption, but warns that Europe still faces gaps in semiconductors, cybersecurity, computing capacity, and ICT skills.
CENTR warns revised EU Cybersecurity Act could overburden national domain registries
CENTR has urged EU policymakers to narrow proposed cybersecurity supply-chain rules, arguing that they could create unnecessary obligations for national domain registries and other internet infrastructure operators.
W3C publishes first draft of quantum-resistant cryptosuites for verifiable credentials
A new W3C draft proposes methods for protecting digitally signed credentials against future attacks by powerful quantum computers.
Rights groups call for halt to AI use in military
A joint statement signed by civil society organisations, researchers and technology workers warns that AI systems used in military decision-making could weaken accountability and increase risks under international humanitarian and human rights law.
Open Rights Group says new campaign will challenge restrictions on the open internet
Open Rights Group says Stop Killing the internet will bring together digital rights groups, campaigners and internet users to oppose online safety measures they view as overly restrictive or surveillance-based.
Albania signs Council of Europe AI treaty on human rights and democracy
Albania has signed the Council of Europe’s Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, bringing the number of signatories to 21.
LACNIC asks holders of legacy IPv4 addresses to confirm their rights by December**
Organisations using internet address resources assigned before the current regional registry system was created must contact LACNIC and show that they are entitled to use them.
