An international coalition is trying to write rules for the murky world of commercial spyware. The goal is to curb dangerous hacking tools while letting governments still use them for national security.
Ofcom is ramping up its scrutiny of VPN usage in the UK, especially among young people. The regulator has disclosed spending close to £500,000 on internet monitoring software since 2022 and is now conducting surveys and panels to decide on “further action.”
A new report from London’s Planning and Regeneration Committee says surging electricity demand from data centers is contributing to delays in building new homes. The committee makes ten recommendations, including creating a separate planning use class for data centers. They warn that without strateg
The AI bubble debate has reached Washington, with lawmakers expressing uncertainty and concern about potential economic risks. While some compare it to the dot-com bubble, others worry about concentration in the tech sector.
Washington is finally getting serious about AI regulation, but the real fight isn’t about the technology—it’s about who gets to make the rules. Tech companies are pushing hard for federal standards that would override state laws, while lawmakers argue states need flexibility to protect consumers. Wi
South Africa has significantly revised its 2,000 MW gas-to-power procurement program, increasing the minimum load factor to 50% and aligning pricing with global LNG markets. The new bid submission deadline is now May 29, 2026, pushing commercial operation likely beyond 2030.
President Trump is suddenly opposing his own FCC’s efforts to relax broadcast ownership limits. The shift appears influenced by Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy, who stands to benefit from keeping competitors small.
Republican lawmakers and tech industry lobbyists are working behind closed doors to add language to the National Defense Authorization Act that would prevent states from regulating AI labs. Senate Democrats reportedly have no visibility into the scope of the proposed moratorium, raising concerns abo
Malaysia’s cabinet has approved a ban on social media accounts for anyone under 16, set to take effect in 2026. The country joins Australia and Denmark in implementing age-based social media restrictions amid growing concerns about children’s online safety.
US lawmakers are advancing the Chip EQUIP Act to prohibit companies receiving federal semiconductor subsidies from purchasing Chinese chipmaking equipment. The restrictions would apply for a decade and cover tools from China and other “entities of concern.” Major beneficiaries like Intel, TSMC, and
