Navigating the Future of International Technology
The U.S. Department of Commerce proposed new reporting requirements for AI developers and cloud providers to ensure cybersecurity. The rules would mandate reporting on AI model development, cybersecurity efforts, and red-teaming results, aimed at detecting risks like aiding cyberattacks or lowering barriers to developing WMDs. OUR TAKEThis move reflects growing concerns over AI’s impact and…
US authorities have seized over 350 websites used to import gun parts, and silencers from China, which were used to convert semiautomatic pistols into fully automatic guns. Many of the seized websites were found to sell counterfeit gun parts and to falsely use Glock’s trademark, misleading customers about the authenticity of the products. OUR TAKEThe…
Nepal’s government on Thursday decided to lift a ban imposed last November on the video-sharing app TikTok on the grounds that it disrupts “social harmony”. The agency also said it was issued on the initiative of Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli, who issued a directive saying all social networking sites should be treated equally. OUR…
ICANN announces update to DNSSEC trust anchors, introducing new cryptographic key to strengthen Internet security until 2026. Internet operators urged to update systems as ICANN prepares for major DNS security upgrade to ensure uninterrupted and secure Internet access. OUR TAKEICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, recently announced an important update in the…
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is set to hold its 19th annual meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from December 15 to 19, 2024. The IGF is seeking to support eligible candidates who represent any stakeholder group and meet specific criteria. OUR TAKEThe Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is calling for increased participation from developing countries at…
Malaysia scraps plan to reroute web traffic through local DNS servers after concerns about censorship and economic damage. The decision follows public feedback, with authorities emphasising online safety and protection from harmful content. OUR TAKEMalaysia’s communications minister, Fahmi Fadzil, has put the government’s plan to re-route web traffic through local DNS servers on hold after…