Tag: Digital regulation
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A Dying Creative Industry: How Rapid Tech Shifts Challenge Law and Regulation
Introduction: A Creative Industry Between Rapid Change and Regulatory Lag Across the globe, creative sectors—from music and film to publishing and visual arts—are contending with a paradox: unprecedented access to tools that unleash creativity, paired with laws that struggle to adapt quickly enough. As technology evolves at breakneck speed, governments face mounting pressure to craft…
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Eyesan Unveils Transformative Vision for Nigeria’s Upstream Sector
New Vision Set to Reshape Nigeria’s Upstream Landscape In a bold, forward-looking address, the Commission Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, unveiled a transformative vision for Nigeria’s upstream sector. The presentation outlined a strategic framework designed to boost efficiency, foster collaboration across stakeholders, and drive sustainable growth in…
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Elon Musk’s X Faces UK Ban Threat Over Indecent AI Images
Background: Ofcom’s intervention and the policy shift The United Kingdom’s communications regulator, Ofcom, has stepped up its scrutiny of X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, amid growing concerns about indecent and harmful AI-generated imagery circulating on the service. In a move that signals potential regulatory escalation, Ofcom indicated it would accelerate measures…
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What the EU Is Up To in 2026: Brussels’s Busy Year Ahead
Defence and security remain the priority From 2022 to 2026, defence and security have consistently topped the EU agenda. In 2026, Brussels will push ahead with a coordinated defence strategy that seeks to strengthen the bloc’s strategic autonomy while avoiding a duplication of efforts with NATO. The European Parliament, the Council, and the Commission have…
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What the EU Is Up To in 2026: Defence, Security, and Strategic Policy
Brussels sets the pace for 2026 Brussels is gearing up for a busy year as the European Parliament, Council, and Commission align on a high‑stakes legislative agenda. After years of debate and adaptation, 2026 is shaping up as a year when defence, security, and strategic autonomy remain the guiding stars of EU policy, with parallel…
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Malaysia Enforces Auto-Registration for Global Social Media Platforms from Jan 1
Overview: A New Licensing Era for Global Social Platforms In a move set to reshape the digital landscape, Malaysia will auto-register major social media and messaging platforms under a national licensing framework starting January 1. The initiative covers widely used services such as WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, among others operating in the country. The…
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Malaysia Moves to Auto-Register WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Under New Licensing Framework from Jan 1
Overview: A New Regulatory Path for Global Social Platforms In a landmark move, Malaysia’s communications regulator has announced that major social media and messaging platforms—namely WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube—will be automatically registered under a national licensing framework beginning January 1. The shift aims to enhance user protection, content governance, and overall digital security by…
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A Dorky PM, Rule-Abiding Nation, and Big Tech: The Australia Under-16 Social Media Ban Changing the World
Introduction: A Bold Step in Digital Policy When Australia announced a ban aimed at users under 16 on major social platforms, it wasn’t just a domestic policy tweak. It was a high-profile test of how far governments can go to curb online exposure for young people and how willing big tech is to adapt—or resist.…
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A dorky PM and a nation of rule abiders called big tech’s bluff. It’s changing the world
Introduction: A bold move in a quiet corner of the internet politics When Australia announced it would enforce stricter age verification on social media for users under 16, the country leaned into a high-stakes public policy experiment. It wasn’t flashy fireworks or a midnight press conference, but a carefully calibrated move that pits a pragmatic,…
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Ofcom urges platforms to curb online abuse and pile-ons against women
New guidelines target online abuse and pile-ons UK communications regulator Ofcom has released guidance urging social media platforms to step up their efforts against misogynist abuse, coercive behavior, and the sharing of intimate images without consent. In a bid to create safer online spaces for women and girls, the guidelines stress that platforms must act…