European Commission Proposes Mutual Data Flow Agreement with Brazil In a significant development for international data governance, the European Commission has put forward a proposal for a mutual data flow agreement with Brazil. This move is not only aimed at strengthening economic ties between the European Union and Brazil but also reflects a commitment to […]
UK-based ODI outlines vision for EU AI Act and data policy
UK-based ODI Outlines Vision for EU AI Act and Data Policy The Open Data Institute (ODI) has recently unveiled its manifesto, calling on the European Union to embrace a set of six principles aimed at fostering trusted, inclusive, and competitive artificial intelligence (AI) and data governance within the region. This initiative comes at a crucial […]
WSIS+20 Review Elements Paper published
WSIS+20 Review Elements Paper published On 20 June 2025, an Elements Paper was published as part of the WSIS+20 review process, outlining thematic priorities to guide negotiations ahead of the WSIS+20 High-Level Meeting in December 2025. The paper starts with an introduction which, among other issues, notes that the WSIS process has been defined by […]
BRICS conclude Understanding on Data Economy Governance
BRICS Trade Ministers Approve Data Economy Governance Understanding In a significant move towards fostering a fair and equitable data economy, the Trade Ministers of the BRICS nations have approved the Data Economy Governance Understanding. This landmark agreement marks a crucial step in promoting the responsible and transparent use of data among Brazil, Russia, India, China, […]
Data Protection Day 2025: A new mandate for data protection
Data Protection Day 2025: A New Mandate for Data Protection On Data Protection Day 2025, the global conversation shifted towards a new mandate for data protection. From panel debates on global data governance to discussions on the future of AI in Europe, the event tackled the most pressing issues in data protection. In an era […]