Artificial Intelligence pioneer Geoffrey Hinton has called for urgent global regulation of AI, warning that the technology’s rapid growth without proper safeguards could pose serious risks to society. Speaking at the Digital World Conference on AI for Social Development, co-organized by the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development, Hinton compared AI to “a very […]
UK Invites AI Companies to Strengthen Cyber Defence Strategy
The UK Government is calling on leading AI companies to collaborate on strengthening national cyber defence capabilities, as the Security Minister Dan Jarvis prepares to address the CYBERUK conference. The appeal comes in response to the growing scale and sophistication of AI-driven cyber threats, with government officials warning that advanced AI systems are rapidly reshaping […]
EU Opens Funding Call for AI in Medical Imaging Pilots
The European Commission has launched a €9 million call under the Digital Europe Programme to support two large-scale pilot projects focused on using cloud-based AI systems in medical imaging. The call opened on 21 April 2026 and will remain open until 1 October 2026. It is designed to test how artificial intelligence and generative AI […]
WHO Creates AI Community of Practice for Disaster Response in EMR
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean has launched a new Community of Practice on artificial intelligence for disaster and emergency response surveillance through the WHO Collaboratory platform in Cairo on 16 April 2026. The initiative brings together governments, health practitioners, researchers, partners, and WHO staff to collaborate on how AI […]
AI on the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Food Banking
Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from concept to practice in the charitable food system, with applications already emerging in donor management, demand forecasting, logistics optimization, and grant writing. To better understand its near-term impact, leading AI models—ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude—were asked how AI will shape food banks over the next three to five […]
World’s First AI Agent Governance Framework Launched by MetaComp
MetaComp has launched the StableX Know Your Agent (KYA) Framework at Money20/20 Asia in Bangkok, introducing what is believed to be the world’s first governance system for AI agents operating in regulated financial services. The framework is designed to define how AI agents are identified, authorised, monitored, and held accountable across critical financial functions such […]
€63.2M EU Funding Boost for AI Innovation in Health & Safety
The European Commission has opened seven new calls under the Digital Europe Programme, making €63.2 million available to strengthen artificial intelligence, digital health, online safety, and advanced digital skills across the European Union. The funding is designed to accelerate the adoption of transformative digital technologies while supporting key EU priorities such as healthcare innovation, child […]
Seizing Australia’s AI Future: A Growth Blueprint
Microsoft Australia & New Zealand President Jane Livesey highlights that AI is already transforming how Australians work, learn, and operate businesses. She emphasizes that organizations acting quickly and responsibly will shape the country’s next phase of economic growth, as AI moves from a future concept to a present-day driver of productivity and reinvention. A new […]
Kyrgyzstan Embraces AI for People Initiative for Progress
The report “A Matter of Choice: People and Possibilities in the Age of AI” emphasizes that artificial intelligence should be viewed not only as a technological transformation but as an opportunity to enhance human development, expand capabilities, and improve lives. It argues that the central question is not what AI will do to society, but […]
New ILO Report Explains AI Impact on Jobs
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has released a new research brief examining how artificial intelligence (AI) exposure indicators are used to assess potential impacts on jobs, while also highlighting their limitations. As interest in generative AI grows, these indicators are increasingly used to estimate which tasks and occupations may be automated or transformed, but the […]
Minister Launches Public Sector AI Programme with Japan and UNDP
Ghana’s Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations has launched a national initiative to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence across the public sector. Positioned as a strategic investment rather than a routine training effort, the programme aims to strengthen government leadership and embed AI into public service delivery. The initiative, developed in partnership with […]
Canada Boosts AI with New Supercomputing Plan
Canada is launching a national initiative to build one of the world’s most advanced artificial intelligence supercomputing systems. The goal is to ensure that Canadian researchers, institutions, and businesses have access to the high-performance computing power needed to drive innovation, strengthen competitiveness, and maintain leadership in AI. The government has opened applications for the AI […]
AI Tutoring Tools for Disadvantaged Students: EdTech Call
The government is inviting EdTech companies and AI labs to develop safe, personalised AI tutoring tools aimed at improving learning outcomes, especially for disadvantaged pupils. These tools will be designed in collaboration with teachers to ensure they are classroom-ready, aligned with the national curriculum, and focused on safety. Up to eight selected organisations will begin […]
Human Dignity in the Age of AI: Rethinking Data with a Pulse
In early 2026, discussions at the United Nations Complex in Nairobi brought together UN officials, private sector actors, and financial institutions to address a critical challenge: how to finance development in a way that includes the most vulnerable. The conversation highlighted that beyond financial models and investment strategies, the core issue is human dignity. Data […]
ILO Brief: Generative AI Set to Reshape Millions of Jobs in Vietnam
Around 11.5 million workers in Viet Nam—roughly one in five—are employed in roles where tasks could be affected by generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), according to a recent brief by the International Labour Organization (ILO). While the reach of GenAI is expected to be broad, the report suggests that most changes will involve transformation of tasks […]
Rockefeller Foundation Commits $10M to Drive AI Innovation for Crisis-Affected Communities
The Rockefeller Foundation has committed $10 million to support innovation efforts by the International Rescue Committee, aiming to improve assistance for millions of people living in conflict and crisis settings. The multi-year initiative will fund the IRC’s Airbel Impact Lab and accelerate the development of cost-effective, AI-powered solutions tailored to fragile and underserved regions. The […]
Canada and Finland Strengthen AI Partnership with Sovereign Technology Cooperation
Canada and Finland have reaffirmed their commitment to deeper collaboration in artificial intelligence and digital technologies following a high-level meeting held in Ottawa on April 14, 2026. The discussions brought together Evan Solomon and Sakari Puisto, who emphasized their shared values rooted in democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. The ministers highlighted the […]
Google.org Commits $15M to AI Research Through Digital Futures Fund Expansion
Google.org has announced an additional $15 million in funding to expand its Digital Futures Fund, supporting global think tanks and academic institutions working to better understand the impacts of artificial intelligence. The initiative builds on the Digital Futures Project launched in 2023, which aims to foster independent research and dialogue around the opportunities and challenges […]
UN Begins Global AI Impact Study Focused on People
The United Nations has launched an independent international scientific panel on artificial intelligence to study its global impact and ensure that human values remain central to technological development. Comprising 40 experts from diverse fields, the panel has been tasked with examining how AI is transforming modern life while addressing the ethical and societal challenges associated […]
Canada to Use AI Hybrid Model for Severe Weather Forecasts
This spring, Environment and Climate Change Canada will introduce a new hybrid weather forecasting model that combines artificial intelligence with traditional physics-based forecasting systems. The goal is to improve the accuracy, speed, and reliability of weather predictions while strengthening public safety and emergency preparedness across the country. The new system uses AI to analyze vast […]
