Halfway Through 2026: State Technology Policy Comes of Age
This week, legislators and advocates across the U.S. will attend the National Conference of State Legislature’s (NCSL) annual conference, where […]
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Why the Hurry? Getting the Digital Omnibus Right – And What’s Needed For That
Recent discussions on simplifying EU tech rules have revealed a rare point of consensus: Europe’s rulebook is overdue for a serious overhaul. However, as co-legislators are now unpicking the details of the European Commission’s Digital Omnibus proposal, covering everything from cybersecurity to data and privacy, warning lights are starting to flash.
Australia’s Social Media Minimum Age Act Isolates Youth and Fractures the Open Internet
Today marks a turning point for Australian youth, as the Social Media Minimum Age Act (SMMA) is set to take […]
Europe’s Minor Protection Tightrope: How to Protect Young Users Without Censoring the Internet
Everyone in the digital sector shares responsibility for safeguarding young people online. Yet as policymakers across Europe debate new measures to protect minors on the internet, a pressing question arises: aren’t we about to inadvertently curb the very freedoms that once made the internet a space for growth, creativity, and connection?
In a Digital World, These Newly Elected Officials Aim to Shape It
In two high-stakes gubernatorial races that drew national attention, voters in New Jersey and Virginia handed victories to candidates who […]
Case Note: NetChoice v. Bonta
On September 9, 2025, in a unanimous 3-0 vote, the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit affirmed in part, […]
Halfway Through – A Mid Year Update On The States
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Why Encryption Matters
Living in the world today practically necessitates a strong connection to digital services. While it is still possible to go […]
Top 11 Tech Challenges for the Next European Commission: Hearings 4-7 November
Starting on Monday 4 November, the European Commissioners-designate will face tough questioning by Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) during […]
Protecting Kids While Respecting Europeans’ Rights: How To Navigate the Safety-Privacy Conundrum
Two years have passed since the European Commission published its initial proposal to prevent and combat child sexual abuse (CSA). Nevertheless, negotiations on Europe’s long-term regulatory framework to fight CSA still struggle to make progress.
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