IGF 2026 selects 80 workshops across five thematic areas
The IGF has selected 80 workshops for its 2026 programme, covering issues ranging from digital infrastructure and innovation to human rights, cybersecurity and information integrity.
European Commission proposes minimum age of 15 for social media accounts
The European Commission has proposed the EU KIDS Act, which would restrict social media access for children under 13 and introduce new safety and age-assurance requirements for online services.
Civil society organisations raise concerns over Bangladesh’s proposed cyber law amendments
A coalition of civil society organisations and rights advocates have called for the withdrawal of proposed amendments to Bangladesh’s Cyber Protection Act 2026, citing concerns over speech-related offences, due process and expanded government powers over online content.
French court halts eight journalist job cuts linked to AI rollout
A French court has suspended a plan to eliminate eight editorial secretary positions at Infopro Digital subsidiary Gisi, citing the need for real-world testing of the AI tools involved.
Canada plans sovereign broadband backbone linking the country to Europe and Asia
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced plans to help finance a national broadband backbone connecting Canada from coast to coast to coast, with more direct links to Europe and Asia.
UN expert calls for action against digital spread of denialism
UN Special Rapporteur Bernard Duhaime has warned that artificial intelligence and social media are expanding the reach of denialist content and urged governments to address it without undermining freedom of expression.
California social media ban draws criticism over privacy and free expression
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1709 into law on 10 September, introducing restrictions that effectively prevent people under 16 from using social media platforms. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and other civil society groups criticised the measure, arguing that it could limit young people's access to information and online communities. EFF said that online [...]
INTERPOL backs new international alliance against cyber-enabled fraud
INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza has welcomed the establishment of a new international alliance aimed at strengthening cooperation against telecom and cyber fraud.
Bangladesh seeks public input on proposed cyber law changes
Bangladesh has opened a public consultation on amendments to the Cyber Protection Act 2026 that would introduce a new offence for circulating online ‘rumours’ and revise rules on disinformation and other online content.
European digital rights groups call on EU to address Canada’s encryption bill
Sixteen European civil society organisations are calling on EU institutions to oppose surveillance and data retention provisions in Canada’s Bill C-22, warning that the legislation could affect European providers and users.
