Keywords: Digital identity


Japan court recognizes commercial protection for human voices in AI case

A Tokyo court has recognized that a person’s voice can receive legal protection when it is used commercially without authorization, in a ruling that could add a new dimension to Japan’s growing debate over artificial intelligence and digital identity. The decision followed a lawsuit brought......

Morocco brings artificial intelligence into Idarati as digital government expands

Morocco is taking another step in the digital transformation of its public administration with the evolution of Idarati, the national platform designed to help citizens and businesses navigate administrative procedures and services. The revamped platform is intended to go beyond its original role as......

Europe moves toward tighter digital protections for children

The European Union is preparing to consider tougher and more coordinated measures to protect children and teenagers online, with new restrictions on access to major social media platforms expected to become part of the debate in Brussels. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected......

China: Beijing Tightens Its Legal Arsenal Against AI Misuse

China is strengthening its legal framework in response to the controversial uses of artificial intelligence. The Supreme People's Court has published new guidelines aimed at guiding courts in handling disputes related to AI technologies, as their use becomes widespread in the creation of digital content. The......

New Zealand plans to restrict social media access for under-16s

New Zealand is preparing legislation that would prevent children under the age of 16 from accessing major social media platforms, as the government seeks to strengthen online safety protections for young people. Under the proposed legislation, social media companies classified as high-risk would be......

Microsoft warns against SMS authentication as AI-powered phishing grows

Microsoft is urging information technology administrators to gradually move away from SMS messages and phone calls as authentication methods, warning that the rapid development of artificial intelligence is making phishing attacks more convincing and easier to carry out. The company has advised IT professionals......

WhatsApp introduces usernames to strengthen privacy and reduce phone number sharing

WhatsApp has announced the rollout of a long-awaited username feature, allowing users to connect with others without sharing their personal phone numbers. The update represents one of the platform's most significant privacy enhancements and brings the messaging service closer to features already......

Anthropic introduces new identity verification measures for Claude users

Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has announced updates to its privacy policy that could require certain users of its Claude chatbot platform to verify their identity or age using official government-issued documents. Under the revised policy, which is scheduled to take effect in July, a limited......

World ID expands into Tinder, Zoom and DocuSign to fight deepfakes

Tools for Humanity, the company behind the World ID system backed by Sam Altman, has announced major integrations with Tinder, Zoom, and DocuSign as part of a broader push to counter deepfakes and AI driven fraud. The announcement was made during the “Lift Off” event in San Francisco, where......