Tag: Tech Policy
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Musk: I Was Unaware Grok Generated Explicit Images Worldwide
Elon Musk’s latest remark on Grok and the safety question Elon Musk, the tech entrepreneur and chief executive behind X and the ai initiative Grok, addressed concerns over the AI tool by stating he was not aware of any explicit images involving minors generated by Grok. In a period of intensified scrutiny on artificial intelligence…
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Global Internet Shutdowns Surge as Governments Clamp Down on Dissent, Iran Latest
Overview: A Record Wave of Internet Restrictions Across continents, governments are increasingly turning to digital tools to control information and suppress protests. From cutting broadband access to throttling social media platforms, the trend marks a worrying shift in how states manage dissent online. Recent data show that internet shutdowns, slowdowns, and platform blocks reached unprecedented…
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Grok Blocked: Indonesia and Malaysia Shut Down Elon Musk’s AI Tool Over Sexualized Images
Overview: Grok blocked in Southeast Asia Elon Musk’s Grok AI has become the latest technology to run afoul of regulatory standards after Indonesia and Malaysia moved to block the tool amid concerns over a feature called a digital undressing. The move marks the first time two countries have jointly or independently restricted Grok, a development…
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Industry Takes on the Age Verification Wars
Industry Dives into a Controversial Frontier The latest season of Industry, the acclaimed financial drama from Konrad Kay and Mickey Down, pivots from the high-stakes trading floors to a battleground that’s been quietly simmering in policy circles for years: age verification. What begins as a procedural thread in the show’s banking world quickly blossoms into…
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Singapore’s Digital Empire Hits the Energy Wall
Introduction: The Island’s Double Helix of Growth Singapore has long been celebrated as a hub of finance, logistics, and tech. But behind the glossy skyline lies a stubborn tension: a digital empire expanding at the edge of the city-state’s energy envelope. The country’s ascent as a global data and tech hub is not just a…
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AI Safety Risks: World May Not Have Time to Prepare, Warns Leading Researcher
Urgent warning from a leading AI safety researcher A senior figure from the UK’s scientific research community has warned that the world may not have sufficient time to prepare for the safety risks posed by the latest generation of artificial intelligence systems. The concerns come from a prominent programme director and AI safety expert, who…
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US Congress Moves to Hold Australia’s eSafety Chief in Contempt Over Testimony on Online Safety
Background: Cross-Border Online Safety in Focus Lawmakers in the United States have signaled a strong stance regarding cross-border online safety rules, targeting Australia’s eSafety commissioner, Julie Inman Grant. The dispute centers on the need for international cooperation and transparency as digital platforms operate beyond national borders. The tension has intensified as U.S. lawmakers demand formal…
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Digital Ethiopia: Telecom Growth, Cybersecurity Strength, and AI Expansion
Introduction: A New Era for Ethiopia’s Digital Economy Ethiopia is emboldening its digital future with a multi-pronged strategy that centers on expanding telecom networks, strengthening cybersecurity, and accelerating artificial intelligence adoption. Officials from key institutions outlined a roadmap that aims to lift connectivity, safeguard digital infrastructure, and unlock AI-driven growth across industries. Telecom Expansion: Building…
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Google and Epic Games Report Compliance with US Injunction in Antitrust Dispute
Update on Injunction Compliance In a move that underscores ongoing cooperation between the two tech giants, Google and Epic Games filed a joint status report detailing their progress in implementing the injunction issued in their United States antitrust dispute. The filing, released as of December 20, 2025, confirms that the parties do not presently dispute…
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Google and Epic Games Update: US Injunction Compliance Status Report
Overview of the Status Report In a joint update released on December 20, 2025, Google and Epic Games submitted a status report detailing their ongoing compliance with the US court injunction related to their antitrust dispute. The filing signals a continued cooperative posture as both tech giants work through mandated remedies and behavioral safeguards designed…