Tesla faces data security breach controversy, could be fined 3.26 billion euros
Tesla is under scrutiny for potential data breaches and violations of data protection regulations. L…
China telecom makes quantum leap with new quantum technology group
China Telecom takes a quantum leap with the establishment of the China Telecom Quantum Information T…
Experts warn about the potential impact of AI in the US 2024 Election
The availability of affordable and sophisticated generative AI tools has led to a surge in deepfake …
Experts in Beijing Forum discuss data security governance challenges
Experts gathered at the Data Security Governance and Development Forum in Beijing to discuss the cha…
Microsoft accuses CMA of blocking Activision deal
Microsoft accuses the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), of being an outlier in blocking …
Estonian Electoral Committee: M-voting too risky
Estonian National Electoral Committee says that mobile voting remains too risky, as the state cannot…
EU officials set to hold high-level discussions with OpenAI CEO
In the upcoming weeks, Ursula von der Leyen, the EC president, and Thierry Breton, the EU industry c…
Ministry takes steps to ensure reliable fibre optic network in Peru
Peru’s Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) has authorised the ongoing operation of …
Australia begins to take steps in regulating AI
Australia is taking its first steps toward regulating AI. The federal government plans to address re…
MCNA ransomware attack exposes nine million customer data
Ransomware group LockBit has claimed responsibility for the attack.
UN Special Rapporteur calls for suspension of Bangladeshi Digital Security Act amid human rights concerns
Olivier De Schutter expressed his displeasure with the Digital Security Act (DSA) and proposed that …
Papua New Guinea aims for a country-wide digital identity system
Papua New Guinea aims to roll out a new digital ID system by 2025. All citizens could be electronica…
Vietnam’s digital transformation – banking apps used by more than 30% of the population
The use of digital products in Vietnam has become more widespread than ever by the words of V? Vi?t …
Nvidia builds AI supercomputer, claims to have ended digital divide
Everyone is a programmer now, claimed Nvidia Group CEO Jensen Huang.
WHO Assembly: Digital health agenda still shows slow progress
Member states value digital health for universal coverage and emergency response, but criticize WHO’…
EU-funded program expands rural connectivity in Spain
With public funds, 792 thousand homes are set to receive fiber optic connections ranging from 300 Mb…
China and South Korea talk about boosting collaboration in the chip industry
China and South Korea enhance chip industry discussions to deepen cooperation, strengthen trade ties…
China calls for Japan to lift its limits on semiconductor exports
China calls for Japan to correct chip export controls, citing violations of trade rules and supply c…
Britain intensifies efforts to protect user data from AI
UK strengthens AI data privacy regulations, targeting companies collecting personal data without con…
China unveils cutting-edge quantum computing cloud platform
China launched an advanced quantum computing cloud platform, empowering researchers with the ability…
US Science Envoy explores quantum technology collaboration in Singapore
Dr. Prineha Narang, US science envoy, recently visited Singapore to explore collaboration opportunit…
Colombian government suffers cyberattacks by hacktivist groups
The motive of the cyberattacks remains unknown.
CFPB to muscle up for AI safety in ensuring automated systems comply with the law
The joint statement further noted that automated systems can perpetuate unlawful bias and discrimina…
Breton says Twitter cannot evade responsibilities to combat disinformation
Thierry Breton says that despite withdrawing from the voluntary EU code to tackle disinformation, Tw…
French Open announces AI tool to prevent cyberbullying of players
Roland Garros set to use a new AI tool to filter out online abuse and hostility of tennis players.
ISO to boost consumer engagement, renew focus on sustainability in standardisation
The 44th ISO plenary reaffirmed the importance of consumer awareness and embedding sustainability th…
Ireland seeks to use €1.5 billion to enhance workers’ skills for a green and digital economy
Irish government considers using 1.5 billion euros fund to provide training for workers and prepare …
Gulf states collaborate to remove interference in mobile phone networks
The interference in mobile phone networks is being removed through negotiations between Iran and the…
New York lawyer admits using AI chatbot for legal research that produced false information
A New York lawyer admitted to using an AI chatbot, ChatGPT, for legal research, which produced false…
India: Data Protection Bill set to prompt behavioral shifts among data-exploiting platforms
The forthcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Bill is poised to bring about substantial behaviora…
Google ordered to pay Sonos $32.5 Million in smart-speaker patent case
A San Francisco federal jury has ruled that Google must pay Sonos $32.5 million for infringing on th…
China conducts cyberspace clean-up campaign targeting ‘self-media’ accounts
In a two-month investigation, 1.4 million social media posts were deleted, and 67,000 social media a…
Hong Kong’s police has opened ‘CyberDefender Metaverse’ platform to the public
Hong Kong’s police launched ‘CyberDefender Metaverse’ platform to educate the public and raise aware…
Arcom study reveals high youth internet pornography consumption in France
One-third of France’s under 18s regularly visit porn websites, including boys as young as ten, the s…
Microsoft is calling for regulations on AI to mitigate risks and promote ethical development
Microsoft advocates for increased regulation of the AI industry through their report ‘Governing AI: …
Capita under scrutiny by UK regulator over cyberattack
The breach, claimed by ransomware group Black Basta, went undetected for nine days.
Canadian privacy regulators launch joint investigation into OpenAI’s data collection
The Canadian privacy regulator, along with counterparts in Quebec, British Columbia and Alberta, wil…
Italian industry ministry suffers a cyberattack
There has been no evidence of a data breach so far.
Neuralink receives FDA approval for human trial of brain-implant device
Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain-implant firm, announced that the US Food and Drug Administration …
Augusta, Georgia, reportedly suffers a ransomware attack by BlackByte hacker group
City officials deny the ransomware attack, while FBI stated it is investigating the incident.
Tesla faces potential investigation in the Netherlands over major data leak
The leaked trove encompasses a staggering amount of consumer complaints and personal data of Tesla e…
Social media’s impact on children’s mental health – US Surgeon General calls for age restrictions and protective measures
Vivek Murthy has raised concern that social media can have a negative impact on children’s mental he…
Hiroshima AI process: G7’s effort to tackle challenges of AI technology
G7 officials are set to hold their first meeting dedicated to discussing AI regulation next week.
OpenAI CEO reverses position: No plans to leave Europe
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, has reversed his previous statement about potentially leaving Europe if comp…
Alnylam Pharmaceutical sues Pfizer and Moderna over alleged patent infringement
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc is suing Pfizer Inc and Moderna Inc for allegedly infringing its patent …
UN Secretary-General issues policy brief for Global Digital Compact
As part of the process towards developing a Global Digital Compact (GDC), the UN Secretary-General h…
Twitter likely to quit EU code against disinformation
According to an EU official, this doesn’t mean it would pull out of Europe.
Nigerian government approves merging of national IDs and bank cards
Additionally, the FEC approved the deployment of an automated system to integrate National Identific…
Azerbaijan accused of using NSO Group Pegasus spyware on Armenian citizens during Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
This may be one of the first public instances where commercial spyware was employed within the conte…
Five Eyes cyber agencies attribute recent cyberattacks on US critical infrastructure to China, China refutes claims
The affected organisations reportedly span the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportatio…
EU, Google to develop voluntary AI pact ahead of new AI rules
The EU industry chief and Google’s CEO met to discuss the urgency of developing a voluntary AI pact …
US sanctions entities aiding North Korean malicious cyber activities
Their activities ‘finance the regime’s unlawful weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile pr…
Portuguese banks targeted by Brazilian hacker group
The hackers can steal credentials and exfiltrate users’ data and personal information, Sentinel Labs…
Nanjing launches Chinese Metaverse Platform
The University Nanjing launched China’s Metaverse Technology and Application Innovation Platform. Th…
OpenAI CEO warns of possible exit from EU over new AI regulations
OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, warns of possible cessation of operations in the EU due to new AI regulati…
Bank for International Settlements published a report on policy perspectives around central bank digital currencies
The report sets out the common foundational principles and core features of a CBDC, and explores sys…
Smart cities: The incubators of India’s urban future
The Minister underscored that the innovations nurtured within these smart cities would exert a profo…
Malta Institute of Privacy Law established to promote the rights of data subjects and data protection legislation
Five years after the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force, the Malta Institute …
Minnesota Governor signs the Right to Repair Bill
Minnesota becomes the fourth US state to adopt the Right to Repair Bill, ensuring consumers and indi…
UK Prime Minister collaborates with tech giants for responsible AI advancement
The UK is partnering with AI companies to ensure safety and regulation, leaving it to human rights a…
Russian IP address uploaded malware targeting critical infrastructure, Mandiant reports
The malware has not been employed in any cyberattacks so far.
FTC sues Edmodo over breach of children’s privacy
The FTC has sued Edmodo for collecting and utilising data on minors, which is the first time the gov…
Saudi’s PIF backs regional data centre development plan
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) will invest in a new partnership run by the global asset…
US legislator requests that Chinese semiconductor manufacturer CXMT be added to the trade blacklist
Influental US legislator argues that the US Commerce Department should add Chinese chip firm Changxi…
South Korea calls US to examine China’s chip subsidies
South Korea requests US review of China’s chip subsidies rule, citing market concerns. Tensions rise…
Kenya unveils ambitious plans for enhanced biometrics and universal digital ID system
During the 7th ID4Africa Augmented General Meeting, Kenya announced plans to enhance its current Aut…
Telecom operators urgently seek intervention against new e-waste rules in India
The rules mandate the removal of older telecom equipment from towers, but operators argue that they …
SAS Airline website suffers ransomware attack by Anonymous Sudan
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) website breached for the second time this year by Anonymous Sudan hack…
End of the period for public comment on the renewal of the NET Registry Agreement
The proposed renewal agreement for the .NET Registry Agreement is based on the current .NET RA and w…
White House unveils new initiatives to guide AI research and address risks
The White House is taking bold steps to understand the risks and opportunities of artificial intelli…
Lazarus group targets Microsoft web servers to deploy spyware
The North Korea-linked group is showing increasingly sophisticated tactics.
Iran-linked threat actor Agrius targets Israeli organisations with new ransomware, researchers claim
The hacking group, also known as BlackShadow, has debuted a new ransomware variant dubbed ‘Moneybird…
Misinformation about US government giving smartphones to immigrants debunked
In recent days, social media users have resurfaced false claims that the US government is giving sma…
Biden administration pushes for responsible AI R&D and deployment
The Biden Administration on 24 May announced new efforts to advance responsible artificial intellige…
Biden Administration urges Supreme Court to reject Apple’s appeal in patent case
The Biden administration urges the US Supreme Court to reject Apple and Broadcom’s appeal in a paten…
The WomenConnect Challenge India aims to bridge India’s gender digital divide
The Reliance Foundation and USAID have announced the winners of the WomenConnect Challenge India, a …
Meta Platforms loses court case in the EU over data information request
The EU regulators request for information related to their investigation into Facebook’s data and on…
Cuba Ransomware gang claims responsibility for cyberattack on Philadelphia Inquirer
Cuba ransomware gang claims responsibility for the cyberattack on Philadelphia Inquirer, resulting i…
Combating information pollution: DGPA and UNDP announce nine innovative open-source solutions
Selected by an expert panel based on their adaptability, scalability, and potential impact, nine ini…
Intelligence agencies: Beware of smart city 5G and IoT risks
Smart cities face cyber hazards from technology like 5G and the internet of things, according to the…
EU Commission’s study recommends greening Creative Europe
The study aims to support the EU’s commitment to climate neutrality by 2050 and emphasise the integr…
Automotive Voxx Electronics hit by a ransomware attack
Vox has 72 hours to contact BlackCat, the hacker group which assumed responsibility.
Brazilian telecom operators investigated for refusing to provide Internet connectivity
Claro, Tim, and Vivo are facing investigation for their refusal to sell data plans to provide intern…
Australian critical infrastructure operators are being urged to discontinue their use of Chinese technology
The Australian government is considering expanding the ban on Chinese-made hardware and software, in…
GoldenJackal: Newly unveiled APT targets diplomatic entities in the Middle East and South Asia
GoldenJackal utilises a specialised toolset to gain control over targeted machines, employing remova…
ID4Africa 2023 Annual General Meeting is gathering experts to discuss digital identity
Held in Nairobi, Kenya, this three-day in-person event focuses on ‘Digital Identity as Public Infras…
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) released a set of crypto-related regulatory recommendations
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) proposed 18 crypto policy recommend…
China’s internet watchdog raises concerns over advanced technologies and calls for ethical regulations
China’s internet watchdog warns of the challenges posed by advanced technologies like generative AI.…
DIGITALEUROPE industry association calls for European digital infrastructure consortium to boost cybersecurity
The benefits of the proposed consortium include enhanced EU security, long-term cost savings, and in…
European Commission appeals CJEU General Court’s decision regarding Apple’s back taxes
The European Commission (Commission) appealed to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) t…
Department of Children Affairs in Vietnam warns of protecting children online
MOLISA and MIC collaborate to build a network to safeguard minors on the internet and identify, regu…
Environmental concerns threaten Singapore’s data center growth
Keppel Corp., a stated-backed conglomerate, warns that Singapore risks losing data center demand unl…
National Institutes of Health in Maryland found that virtual reality experiences reveal racial disparities
Demographic factors such as age, gender and race can affect people’s sense of ‘presence’ in VR, new …
Parents in China urged by police to delete encrypted messaging apps from children’s phones
Messages warning against children using instant messaging apps such as the long-blocked Telegram and…
The FTC warns of misuse of biometric data with the help of AI
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issues a policy statement highlighting the risks of biometric …
German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall breached by a ransomware gang
The breach affected Rheinmetall’s civilian business, but not it’s military business, the company sta…
EU Council targets child sexual abuse material with removal orders and reporting obligations
The new EU Council text mandates hosting services and messaging apps to report and remove suspect co…
EU closes AOM video licensing investigation
The European Commission (Commission) closed its anticompetitive investigation into the Alliance for …
US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Tesla autopilot in connection with series of crashes
The interaction between Tesla’s sophisticated driving assistance system Autopilot and drivers, which…
Closing the mobile gender gap in Nigeria
Dr. Felix King’s ‘Hello Mum’ initiative aims to improve communication and create possibilities for r…
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