RIPE NCC launches trust portal
The RIPE NCC has launched a new Trust Portal to enhance transparency and provide stakeholders with comprehensive insights into its security, compliance, and governance practices.
Technical community urges EU to ensure expert participation in encryption roadmap
In an open letter, the group calls on Commissioner Henna Virkkunen to ensure that cryptographers, privacy specialists and digital-rights advocates are meaningfully involved in shaping the policy, arguing that secure communications cannot coexist with law-enforcement backdoors and that EU lawmaking must be guided by scientific evidence rather than political assumptions.
EU and Singapore conclude Digital Trade Agreement with strong data transfer rules
The agreement includes binding provisions ensuring the free flow of data across borders for business purposes. It prohibits the adoption of restrictions such as requiring data to be processed using domestic computing infrastructure.
Oxford study warns against relying on AI chatbots for health advice
Although LLMS perform well on standardised medical exams, the study found that this does not translate to safe or effective real-world application. The issue is not just accuracy, but also how people interpret and act on chatbot outputs.
DDoS attacks surge in Europe, Spain becomes prime target
While DDoS attacks typically cause temporary service disruption without lasting damage, their scale and frequency raise serious concerns about national digital resilience and the political use of cyber tactics.
ASEAN Ministers endorse Kuala Lumpur Declaration for safer digital space
Hosted by Malaysia, the conference tackled key digital challenges, including hate speech, online exploitation, and misinformation. Ministers emphasised the need to protect freedom of expression while promoting cyber resilience.
New Zealand MP proposes social media ban for under-16s
While the bill has gained notable backing, it is not yet part of the government’s official agenda and must be selected from the parliamentary ballot to advance.
UK refuses to include Online Safety Act in US trade talks
US tech firms lobbied hard, but the UK stands firm: online safety rules are here to stay.
China achieves secure 1 Tbps data transmission over 1,200 km, solving a key telecommunications challenge
One of the most compelling aspects of IEAC is its compatibility with existing infrastructure. Unlike quantum encryption methods that require specialised equipment, IEAC can be implemented on standard optical hardware, potentially requiring only firmware upgrades.
EU to clarifies AI and GDPR interplay
By addressing overlaps and clarifying enforcement roles, the guidelines will support the EU's commitment to trustworthy AI and robust data protection
