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Legal, Policy & Government Cybersecurity
Budgeted AI, Bare-Bones Defenses: The Cyber Gap Policymakers Still Have to Close
A fresh policy debate is focusing on whether public investment in digital transformation is being matched by the cyber resilience needed to keep government and critical infrastructure safe.
Europe’s Surveillance Export Problem Isn’t Just Policy — It’s an Enforcement Test
A new rights-focused report puts the EU’s 2021 dual-use export rules under pressure, arguing that surveillance tech can still leave Europe for destinations where abuse is a real risk.
EU Court Clips the Wings of Italy’s “Stable” IP Injunctions
A Luxembourg ruling tightens the rules on industrial-property injunctions, forcing temporary relief back into the lane of timely merits proceedings.
Brussels Eyes a Cloud Squeeze as Sovereignty Becomes a Buying Rule
The European Commission is preparing a Tech Sovereignty Package that could change how sensitive public-sector data is handled, with major cloud providers potentially facing tougher residency, governance, and procurement demands.
La FCC mantiene abierta la ventana de parches mientras endurece el acceso a routers y drones fabricados en el extranjero
Una prórroga de la exención hasta al menos el 1 de enero de 2029 muestra cómo la política de telecomunicaciones de EE. UU. intenta bloquear nuevas aprobaciones de dispositivos de riesgo sin cortar las actualizaciones de seguridad para el hardware ya desplegado.
La gobernanza cibernética del Golfo se encuentra con la visibilidad industrial en una alianza discreta pero reveladora
Un organismo nacional de ciberseguridad y un proveedor de seguridad OT han anunciado una colaboración que apunta a la planificación de resiliencia, no a la respuesta ante una brecha.
Granjas de portátiles, confianza laxa: la infraestructura oculta detrás de un caso de trabajo remoto vinculado a Corea del Norte
La sentencia de Matthew Knoot y Erick Prince apunta a una amenaza cibernética más silenciosa: la configuración física de dispositivos que permite a operadores en el extranjero parecer contrataciones normales con base en EE. UU.
Behind the Curtain: Is the EU’s Digital Deregulation a Gift to Big Tech?
As Europe rushes to simplify its digital laws, critics warn that “streamlining” may mean sacrificing accountability and empowering tech giants.
Europe Loosens the AI Reins: Who Really Wins from the EU’s Regulatory Retreat?
As the EU delays tough AI restrictions, critics say American tech giants and industrial lobbies are the true victors.
Thirteen Days That Shook Tech: How OpenAI Quietly Engineered Its Political Ascent
In less than two weeks, OpenAI unveiled a coordinated campaign to legitimize its political influence for the age of artificial general intelligence.
Red Lines and Blind Spots: How China's Digital Ambitions Outpace Europe’s Vision
China’s latest tech strategy extends far beyond AI, exposing the EU’s critical failure to recognize a deeper digital game.
Who Watches the Watchers? US AI Certification Deals Expose Europe’s Digital Dilemma
As the US strikes voluntary deals to vet the world’s most powerful AI, Europe faces a stark choice: trust American oversight, or build its own.
AI Startups in the Crosshairs: How the Manus-Meta Blockade Signals a New Tech Cold War
The blocked sale of Manus to Meta exposes the growing battle for control over AI talent and technology between China and the West.
Frequencies at War: Europe Plots Satellite Spectrum Blockade Against SpaceX
France and Spain seek to reserve satellite frequencies for EU firms, signaling a new era of digital sovereignty—and a direct challenge to American dominance.
AI vs. the Press: Is Google’s New Search Engine Killing European Journalism?
As Google’s AI-powered search features squeeze news publishers, regulators across Europe face a high-stakes test of digital law, media freedom, and Big Tech power.
Beyond the Cloud: The Unseen Costs Threatening Europe’s Digital Sovereignty
As Europe races to reclaim digital autonomy, the real battle may be over spiraling IT costs and hidden dependencies.
Power Plays in the Digital Shadows: Can the World Agree on the Rules of Cyberspace?
The battle over cyberspace governance reveals a fractured world order, as global powers wrestle for control and consensus remains elusive.
High Stakes, Hidden Cables: Trump’s Cyber Ambassador Pick Faces Senate Scrutiny
The Senate advances Adam Cassady’s nomination to lead America’s cyber diplomacy, as questions swirl over tech, China, and digital power.
Silicon Rebels: The Quest to Build a Gaming PC Without Intel, NVIDIA, or AMD
A daring experiment exposes the hidden challenges—and geopolitical intrigue—of escaping the chip giants’ grip.
Middle Powers Unite: UK’s Liz Kendall Launches Global Push to Break AI Monopoly
In a bold move, the UK urges nations beyond the tech superpowers to reshape the future of artificial intelligence—and challenge the growing concentration of power.