India’s internet shutdowns are a threat to the global digital economy
India's booming e-commerce industry has attracted the attention of UK investors but internet shutdowns have become a fix for anything from protest to exam cheating.
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New UK laws proposed to tackle cybersecurity risks of MSPs
The UK government has proposed a set of laws designed to shore up the private sector's cybersecurity defences, including expanding NIS rules to cover managed service providers.
Big GDPR fines might not translate into greater privacy across Europe
High penalties on businesses may not be enough to achieve robust privacy across Europe, as greater clarity on all-encompassing data transfer laws is critical.
Greater automation is coming but it will not drive unemployment in Europe
Job losses due to automation in Europe's leading economies will be offset by a shrinking working-age population and new digital and green jobs, IT analyst Forrester predicts.
Policing minister rejects need for ethical guidance on emerging tech
'We have to be slightly careful not to stifle innovation,' Kit Malthouse MP told a House of Lords Committee, despite campaigners' fears over AI-driven policing.
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The technology industry is dragging its heels on digital inclusion
The recent Digital Inclusion Benchmark reveals 'weak' commitments on AI ethics and a dearth of impact assessment.
Is ‘e-money’ a money laundering risk?
E-money, used in prepaid cards and digital wallets, has been linked to money laundering. But the risks pale in comparison to crypto, experts say.
The future of GDPR will be new UK data watchdog’s greatest challenge
John Edwards took up his role as the UK's new Information Commissioner today, and is likely to have a lot on his plate as Britain's data rules are overhauled.
Is the ‘play-to-earn’ model the future of gaming?
The developers behind Axie Infinity think so. Critics see it as an imploding micro-economy.
The privacy dangers of web3 and DeFi – and the projects trying to fix them
Researchers have warned of the privacy dangers of web3 and DeFi. A new wave of platforms and protocols hopes to fix them.
Shopee: Can Singapore’s e-commerce giant crack Europe?
Buoyed by a tech boom in Southeast Asia, Singapore's Shopee has launched in Spain, France and Poland. Will it succeed?
The UK’s National Cyber Strategy signals a more ‘proactive’ approach to cyber power
The UK plans to take a more 'interventionist' position on cybersecurity, experts tell Tech Monitor, including defending its values online.
Time might be running out for Joe Biden to tackle AI
The White House is clear in its ambition to mitigate AI harms. But the window of opportunity for legislation might be closing.
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