Cybersecurity experts and data protection regulators are sounding the alarm over a sharp rise in AI-powered cyberattacks, warning that artificial intelligence is making hacking faster, cheaper, and more dangerous than ever before. Recent reports show that cybercriminals are increasingly using generative AI tools to automate phishing campaigns, create convincing fake identities, exploit software vulnerabilities, and […]
The European Union is once again at the center of one of the most important digital policy debates in the world: how to protect children online without undermining privacy rights and encryption. In April 2026, the debate intensified after the expiry of a temporary legal exemption that had allowed online platforms to scan communications for […]
EU Court Overturns Major GDPR Fine on OpenAI: What It Means for AI Privacy and the Future of Data Protection A major legal development in Europe has reignited global debate around artificial intelligence, privacy regulation, and the future of data governance. An Italian court has reportedly annulled a €15 million GDPR fine previously imposed on […]
A Deep Dive Into the Landmark CJEU Decision, Its Implications, and What It Means for Organisations Worldwide The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has delivered a landmark judgment on how enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is interpreted — a decision that legal experts say will have far‑reaching impact on […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming economies and industries globally, and Africa is no exception. From fintech and healthcare to agriculture and education, AI-powered applications are accelerating innovation. However, rapid adoption raises complex questions about safety, ethics, accountability, privacy, and fairness. Unlike Europe’s GDPR or the United States’ sectoral approach, AI regulation in Africa remains early, […]
