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Global net access up as France mulls levy, Venezuela faces blockades
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10 November, 2026

Global net access up as France mulls levy, Venezuela faces blockades

As billions remain offline and connecting 2B users becomes costly, France considers taxing heavy data users while Venezuela moves to...
Google’s Gemini hacked 3 firms as UN sounds AI alarm
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28 September, 2026

Google’s Gemini hacked 3 firms as UN sounds AI alarm

AI safety takes center stage as UN leaders seek global guardrails, Google’s Gemini hacks three companies, and Turkey targets AI’s...
AI tests Asia-Pacific’s digital infrastructure, green ambitions
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21 September, 2026

AI tests Asia-Pacific’s digital infrastructure, green ambitions

AI is testing APAC's digital infrastructure and cultural readiness, while Google launches a program that could unlock AI's potential benefit...
Southeast Asia scam losses reach $114.1B: UNODC report
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29 July, 2026

Southeast Asia scam losses reach $114.1B: UNODC report

UNODC warns Southeast Asia's scam networks now operate like global businesses, using crypto, AI, money laundering, and forced labor.
Kenya regulator seeks blockchain surveillance system
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13 July, 2026

Kenya regulator seeks blockchain surveillance system

Kenya's CMA seeks a blockchain surveillance system to enhance monitoring of digital currencies, ensure compliance, and prevent illicit activities.
UN calls for responsible AI use as environmental pressures mount
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10 June, 2026

UN calls for responsible AI use as environmental pressures mount

As companies pour billions into building AI data centers, the UN publishes a report that emphasizes the environmental consequences of...