New AI governance law proposed in Texas
A new bill in Texas may become a blueprint for AI governance across the US.
California’s ban on addictive feeds for minors upheld
California law requires explicit parental consent for addictive feeds served to minors.
Trump meets crypto leader to plan Bitcoin reserve
The initiative aligns with Trump's pro-crypto agenda, appointing key industry advocates to significant positions, and suggests increasing US governmental interest in cryptocurrency as a hedge against economic uncertainties.
Empowering civil society: Overcoming barriers in digital governance
The discussion emphasised the need for structural changes, better funding, and capacity-building to empower CSOs, particularly in the Global South, to effectively shape digital policies.
EU GPAI Code of Practice drafting sparks disagreements
The first draft of the EU AI Code is expected by November, with finalisation planned for 2025.
UN issues final report with key recommendations on AI governance
The recommendations respond to the rapid spread of AI technologies and the varied global regulatory approaches.
White House urges tech giants to boost VPN support
The meeting underscores the critical role major technology companies must play in facilitating free internet access in censored regions.
Council of Europe opens AI convention for signature
The Convention on Artificial Intelligence is a first-of-its-kind global treaty that aims to ensure AI upholds human rights.
G20 digital transformation task force releases latest policy brief on International Decade for Data
The brief highlights the fundamental role of accessible and responsibly re-used data in driving social and economic development, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
OpenAI cracks down on Iranian influence campaign
Despite low audience engagement, OpenAI has shared threat intelligence with stakeholders and remains committed to detecting and mitigating such abuses through collaboration and advanced AI tools.
