Nigeria drafts framework for AI use in governance and services
A global report found 63% of employers say AI has significantly boosted productivity at work.
China sets 10-year targets for mass AI adoption
Officials acknowledge risks such as model opacity and algorithmic bias while pushing rapid AI growth.
NIST updates cybersecurity guidelines to improve software patching and updates
NIST has updated its cybersecurity and privacy controls catalog to help organizations manage software updates and patches more securely. The changes include new safeguards for logging, root cause analysis, and cyber resiliency, all designed to keep systems safe while minimizing disruptions.
China opens public consultation on new cybersecurity standard for online authorisation
The Chinese National Network Security Standardization Technical Committee Secretariat (TC260) has launched a public consultation on a draft national standard for online authorisation protocols, aimed at strengthening cybersecurity and identity authentication across China’s digital ecosystem. The consultation period runs until 26 October 2025. The proposed GB/T (non-binding) standard outlines a technical framework for third-party resource [...]
US lawmakers launch inquiry into alleged Wikipedia manipulation by foreign actors and organised groups
The US.House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has launched an investigation into possible coordinated efforts by foreign actors, academic institutions, and organized groups to manipulate Wikipedia content and influence U.S. public opinion. In a letter to Wikimedia CEO Maryana Iskander, lawmakers requested records on editor misconduct, neutrality safeguards, and analyses of potential bias patterns, particularly regarding conflicts involving Israel. Wikimedia has until September 10, 2025, to provide the requested information.
US lawmakers target EU and UK digital laws in upcoming hearing
US lawmakers will hold a hearing on 3 September criticizing EU and UK digital laws as threats to free speech and American innovation. Former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton has been invited, with Nigel Farage confirmed as a witness.
ICANN seeks feedback on new governance rules for Regional Internet Registries
ICANN is seeking feedback on a new governance document that would set updated rules for recognizing, operating, and potentially derecognizing Regional Internet Registries. The move is aimed at ensuring fair, accountable management of the IP address system that underpins the global internet.
Brussels rebukes US over claims of EU censorship
The European Commission has dismissed US accusations that its digital laws amount to censorship, calling the claims ‘nonsense’ and ‘completely unfounded.’ In response to a planned US congressional hearing criticising the EU’s Digital Services Act, Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier defended the law, highlighting that it has helped EU users overturn millions of unjustified content removals on platforms like Meta and TikTok. He stressed that the DSA strengthens - not restricts - freedom of expression online.
ICANN announces members of new Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group
ICANN has formed a Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group to push for global internet systems that support all domain names and email addresses, regardless of language or script. The initiative is central to digital inclusion and the expansion of the next round of new domain names.
UNGA adopts terms of reference for AI Scientific Panel and Global Dialogue on AI governance
The UN’s latest resolution signals a turning point in global AI governance, setting the stage for both scientific oversight and multistakeholder dialogue on how AI will shape societies worldwide.
