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Indian telecoms law expands state's powers

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INDIA

The changes follow complaints from the government about the content generated by Gemini on some of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s policies. While election-related disinformation…

Brazil social media legal vacuum poses controversies

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BRAZIL

Lira’s announcement came as parliamentarians and government members insisted on rekindling efforts to pass legislation -- known as the “Fake News bill” -- following a clash…

ASEAN AI Guide is a modest but notable step

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ASEAN

ASEAN's first attempt to formulate a stand-alone framework on artificial intelligence (AI), the guide is non-binding and covers AI systems broadly rather than focusing on…

Post-poll turmoil may worsen Pakistan’s economic woes

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PAKISTAN

The elections, resulting in a fractured mandate and marred by allegations of rigging, have increased polarisation. Separately, Pakistan’s nine-month, roughly USD3bn Stand-By…

EU digital market and service laws will be contested

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EU

The Digital Services Act (DSA) is in force since February 17 and affects all those hosting content online. The DMA and the DSA aim to increase transparency and fair competition in…

Kremlin will tighten control over information space

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RUSSIA

This has enabled the leadership to manage vulnerabilities ahead of a vote intended to legitimise President Vladimir Putin's continued rule. However, the authorities’ efforts to…

China’s army will step up reform efforts

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CHINA

This was consistent with a long-running emphasis on preparing the PLA for future warfare that involves new types of informational and technological dynamics. One effect will be to…

Gender-based rifts spotlight social media role

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INT

The leader of the UK National Education Union has called for an independent inquiry into the rise of sexism and misogyny among boys and young men. Similar concerns have been…

India will be vigilant but not worried about al-Qaida

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INDIA

The authorities do not appear especially concerned about the threat posed by the group, but there is sure to be an overall tightening of security during the general election…

China’s AI chip industry will grow but still lag

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CHINA

China is working hard to boost its domestic AI chip industry in response to US restrictions. The support significantly impacts the development of its entire AI sector, the…