The ‘Wild West’ of AI: Defense Tech, Ethics, and Escalation In our latest episode of Lexicon, we sat down with Will Ashford-Brown, Director of Strategic Initiatives at FutureFrontier, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in the defense sector. As AI technologies continue to advance at an unprecedented rate, the line between […]
China issues action plan for global AI governance and proposes global AI cooperation organisation
China Leads the Way in Global AI Governance: Proposes New Cooperation Organization At the 2025 World AI Conference held in Shanghai, China made a groundbreaking announcement that has sent waves through the global tech community. The country unveiled an ambitious action plan aimed at shaping the future of global AI governance. This plan not only […]
UN urges global rules for AI to prevent inequality
Global Effort Needed: UN Calls for Unified AI Regulations to Combat Inequality In a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a transformative force with the power to revolutionize industries, economies, and societies. However, as AI becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, concerns about its potential […]
Protecting the vulnerable online: Global lawmakers push for new digital safety standards
Protecting the vulnerable online: Global lawmakers push for new digital safety standards From digital deepfakes to economic exploitation, global experts reveal how online threats are evolving faster than current laws can contain them. The digital landscape is constantly changing, presenting new challenges for individuals and businesses alike. As technology advances, so too do the tactics […]
Lawmakers at IGF 2025 call for global digital safeguards
Lawmakers at IGF 2025 Unite Against Digital Threats to Democracy At the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025, a crucial call to action was made by parliamentarians from around the globe. In a time where the digital landscape is expanding at an unprecedented rate, the need for global digital safeguards has never been more pressing. The […]
Iran’s mystery missile with ‘multiple’ warheads hit Israeli hospital wounding 70 people
Iran’s Mystery Missile with ‘Multiple’ Warheads Hits Israeli Hospital, Wounding 70 People Recent Iranian missile strikes have reportedly inflicted heavy damage on an Israeli hospital. Reports revealed that the missile, equipped with multiple warheads, caused chaos and casualties in the area, leaving 70 people wounded and sparking fear and outrage among the local population. The […]
Bird flu: The science, risks and the road to preparedness
Bird flu: The science, risks and the road to preparedness Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, has been a cause for concern in recent years due to its potential to cause severe illness and even death in both birds and humans. The virus primarily infects birds, including domestic poultry such as chickens and ducks, […]
INTERPOL cracks down on global cybercrime networks
INTERPOL Joins Forces to Dismantle Global Cybercrime Networks In a groundbreaking move against cybercrime, law enforcement agencies from 26 nations have banded together under the auspices of INTERPOL to tackle the rising threat of hacking and digital fraud. Instead of waging individual battles in their respective territories, these countries have united to disrupt hacker infrastructure […]
US races to build up to 50 MW nuclear reactors to power military bases, remote sites
US Accelerates Development of 50 MW Nuclear Reactors for Military and Remote Sites In a groundbreaking move towards energy sustainability and security, the U.S. administration is expediting the construction of the world’s first two microreactor test beds. These microreactors, each capable of producing up to 50 megawatts (MW) of power, are set to revolutionize the […]
Why ITU’s legacy still shapes our digital world
Why ITU’s Legacy Still Shapes Our Digital World In an age where AI is redrawing the global balance of power, the story of an institution founded 160 years ago may hold the key to navigating our digital future. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), established in 1865, is the oldest international organization in the world still […]