The European Union Ambassadors achieved a historic milestone by approving the groundbreaking AI Act. This move signals a significant step forward in the regulation and governance of AI technologies within the EU. Meanwhile, China and Russia have forged an unexpected military AI alliance, prompting discussions on the geopolitical implications of such collaboration
Germany published its first-ever Strategy for International Digital Policy. This document is expected to set the tone for Germany’s approach to digital issues on the global stage.
In the ongoing battle against cyber threats, the Pall Mall Process has emerged to tackle the spread of spyware. The Netherlands and the USA brought to light China-backed hacking of their respective infrastructures. Multiple organisations and security leaders filed amicus briefs backing SolarWinds’ motion to dismiss the SEC case.
European Commissioner Thierry Breton called on Big Tech to play a role in safeguarding European elections from the threat of deepfakes. Simultaneously, Meta challenged the supervisory fee established under the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA).
China launched a satellite for testing 6G technology, positioning itself at the forefront of the next generation of wireless communication. In the EU, the Gigabit Infrastructure Act will end intra-EU call charges by 2029, while concerns arose over the Houthi threat to critical submarine cables in the Red Sea.
The EU has adopted the ‘right to repair’ law, signalling a commitment to sustainability in consumer electronics. In Sudan, over 14 million people were affected by an internet shutdown, highlighting the far-reaching consequences of such actions. In Pakistan, the suspension of mobile services on election day sparked concerns about digital rights and access to information.
Delegates from two countries met in Beijing to discuss the use of AI in military contexts, covering doctrinal principles, initiatives, and collaboration within the UN Group of Governmental Experts on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). Read more.
Delegates from two countries met in Beijing to discuss the use of AI in military contexts, covering doctrinal principles, initiatives, and collaboration within the UN Group of Governmental Experts on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). Read more.
Breton said guidelines will be issued by March to help platforms counter electoral disinformation, including the establishment of a rapid reaction mechanism and simulation exercises. Read more.
Breton said guidelines will be issued by March to help platforms counter electoral disinformation, including the establishment of a rapid reaction mechanism and simulation exercises. Read more.
Meta has filed a complaint challenging the EU Digital Services Act’s supervisory fee provision, arguing the European Commission’s unfair calculation disproportionately affects profitable providers. Read more.
Meta has filed a complaint challenging the EU Digital Services Act’s supervisory fee provision, arguing the European Commission’s unfair calculation disproportionately affects profitable providers. Read more.
China has successfully launched the world’s first 6G test satellite, which was developed by China Mobile and the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Innovation Academy. Read more.
China has successfully launched the world’s first 6G test satellite, which was developed by China Mobile and the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Innovation Academy. Read more.
Telecom firms linked to the UN-recognised Yemen government fear that Houthi rebels may sabotage submarine cables in the Red Sea, crucial for the functioning of the western internet and financial data transmission. Read more.
Telecom firms linked to the UN-recognised Yemen government fear that Houthi rebels may sabotage submarine cables in the Red Sea, crucial for the functioning of the western internet and financial data transmission. Read more.
The European Commission said its original proposal would save some 18 million tonnes of CO2 over 15 years – while saving consumers €176 billion. Read more.
The European Commission said its original proposal would save some 18 million tonnes of CO2 over 15 years – while saving consumers €176 billion. Read more.
The network blackout could also halt the functioning of e-wallets, which many people rely on given the wide-ranging cash shortage in the country. Read more.
The network blackout could also halt the functioning of e-wallets, which many people rely on given the wide-ranging cash shortage in the country. Read more.
Pakistan’s suspension of nationwide mobile services on election day, citing security concerns after recent armed attacks, faces criticism from digital rights advocates. Read more.
Pakistan’s suspension of nationwide mobile services on election day, citing security concerns after recent armed attacks, faces criticism from digital rights advocates. Read more.
Digital Watch newsletter – Issue 86 – February 2024
In our February issue of the Digital Watch Monthly, we predict what will happen in digital policy in 2024, examine AI rhetoric at the WEF 2024 Annual Summit, analyse AI’s impact on trade secrets and trademarks, examine the ingredients of a cryptostom, and recap OEWG discussions.
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