US declines international AI declaration, security leaders discussThe U.S. and U.K. decline to sign the AI Action Summit agreement highlights concerns about the fragmented global regulatory landscape for AI development.
How to stop plastic pollution: three strategies that actually workNegotiators are striving for a legally binding UN treaty to cut plastic pollution, but success is uncertain.
US, UK decline to sign Paris AI summit declaration DW 02/11/2025The US and UK opted not to sign an AI declaration focusing on ethical and sustainable development.
Simon Harris shares picture of meeting with U2 guitarist The EdgeThe Edge's philanthropic work through Music Generation Ireland significantly impacts children and communities, driving opportunities in music education.
How to stop plastic pollution: three strategies that actually workNegotiators are striving for a legally binding UN treaty to cut plastic pollution, but success is uncertain.
US, UK decline to sign Paris AI summit declaration DW 02/11/2025The US and UK opted not to sign an AI declaration focusing on ethical and sustainable development.
Simon Harris shares picture of meeting with U2 guitarist The EdgeThe Edge's philanthropic work through Music Generation Ireland significantly impacts children and communities, driving opportunities in music education.
In U.N. vote, countries show willingness to move away from fossil fuelsThe UN calls for immediate global action to phase out fossil fuels as part of the Pact of the Future, addressing climate change concerns.
Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight amid threats of climate change, nuclear war, pandemics, AIHumanity is closest to destruction as the Doomsday Clock now stands at 89 seconds to midnight.
The World Is a Mess. That Makes the Climate Crisis Harder to Solve.Global climate cooperation is at a low point due to geopolitical tensions, broken promises from rich nations, and military conflicts.
Why a Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Is the Only Way to Protect Future GenerationsFossil fuels no longer serve a viable future; leaders must choose sustainable pathways to protect generations against climate impacts.
How Feminism Can Guide Climate Change ActionThis year may be the hottest on record, emphasizing urgent global cooperation to combat climate change.
COP29 opens in Azerbaijan for talks centred on climate fundingDelegates at COP29 are pushing for more financing for developing nations amid concerns of climate change and geopolitical shifts affecting global cooperation.
In U.N. vote, countries show willingness to move away from fossil fuelsThe UN calls for immediate global action to phase out fossil fuels as part of the Pact of the Future, addressing climate change concerns.
Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight amid threats of climate change, nuclear war, pandemics, AIHumanity is closest to destruction as the Doomsday Clock now stands at 89 seconds to midnight.
The World Is a Mess. That Makes the Climate Crisis Harder to Solve.Global climate cooperation is at a low point due to geopolitical tensions, broken promises from rich nations, and military conflicts.
Why a Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Is the Only Way to Protect Future GenerationsFossil fuels no longer serve a viable future; leaders must choose sustainable pathways to protect generations against climate impacts.
How Feminism Can Guide Climate Change ActionThis year may be the hottest on record, emphasizing urgent global cooperation to combat climate change.
COP29 opens in Azerbaijan for talks centred on climate fundingDelegates at COP29 are pushing for more financing for developing nations amid concerns of climate change and geopolitical shifts affecting global cooperation.
Leading AI Scientists Warn AI Could Escape Control at Any MomentAI advancements may soon surpass human intelligence, posing risks to humanity's safety.International cooperation is essential for developing global plans to mitigate AI risks.
US and UK sign legally enforceable AI treatyThe US, UK, and EU have established the first legally binding treaty on AI, focusing on human rights and transparency.
Paris AI summit forecast: more talk than actionThe AI summit in Paris seeks to address broad issues but faces criticism over potential inaction.
Leading AI Scientists Warn AI Could Escape Control at Any MomentAI advancements may soon surpass human intelligence, posing risks to humanity's safety.International cooperation is essential for developing global plans to mitigate AI risks.
US and UK sign legally enforceable AI treatyThe US, UK, and EU have established the first legally binding treaty on AI, focusing on human rights and transparency.
Paris AI summit forecast: more talk than actionThe AI summit in Paris seeks to address broad issues but faces criticism over potential inaction.
Argentina Says It Will Withdraw From the World Health OrganizationArgentina withdraws from WHO, citing sovereignty and disagreement over health management.The move reflects growing tensions regarding health governance and national authority.
Jensen Huang Wants to Make AI the New World InfrastructureJensen Huang champions AI's transformative power, urging nations to adopt AI infrastructure or risk falling behind in technological advancement.
Davos summit: Leaders gather to tackle economic and tech challengesThe WEF Davos meeting concentrates on collaboration for sustainable economic growth and well-being.
Jensen Huang Wants to Make AI the New World InfrastructureJensen Huang champions AI's transformative power, urging nations to adopt AI infrastructure or risk falling behind in technological advancement.
Davos summit: Leaders gather to tackle economic and tech challengesThe WEF Davos meeting concentrates on collaboration for sustainable economic growth and well-being.
Nations Fail to Reach an Agreement on Plastic PollutionDelegates at the UN conference in Busan failed to agree on a treaty to combat plastic pollution, with key differences remaining among nations.
Opinion | How to Find Order in a Chaotic New WorldThe global landscape is increasingly chaotic, requiring innovative cooperation among nations to address pressing global challenges.
Nations Fail to Reach an Agreement on Plastic PollutionDelegates at the UN conference in Busan failed to agree on a treaty to combat plastic pollution, with key differences remaining among nations.
Opinion | How to Find Order in a Chaotic New WorldThe global landscape is increasingly chaotic, requiring innovative cooperation among nations to address pressing global challenges.
From Ukraine to Gaza, UN needs urgent reform to tackle 21st-century crisesThe UN's outdated structure limits its conflict resolution effectiveness, necessitating reforms to align with contemporary global dynamics.
How the world will weather Trump's withdrawal from global agreementsTrump's second presidency could shift US foreign policy towards isolationism while still maintaining global benefits through strategic adaptations.
Marauding NationThe U.S. risks becoming a global bully under Trump, straying from cooperative leadership established by past presidents.
India elections: World leaders congratulate Modi on win DW 06/05/2024Global leaders congratulate PM Modi on electoral victory.
From Ukraine to Gaza, UN needs urgent reform to tackle 21st-century crisesThe UN's outdated structure limits its conflict resolution effectiveness, necessitating reforms to align with contemporary global dynamics.
How the world will weather Trump's withdrawal from global agreementsTrump's second presidency could shift US foreign policy towards isolationism while still maintaining global benefits through strategic adaptations.
Marauding NationThe U.S. risks becoming a global bully under Trump, straying from cooperative leadership established by past presidents.
India elections: World leaders congratulate Modi on win DW 06/05/2024Global leaders congratulate PM Modi on electoral victory.
Countries call for binding targets to cut plastic production after talks failBinding global targets for cutting plastic production are essential for any treaty to effectively fight plastic waste.
Hope of breakthrough at international plastic treaty talks after two-year deadlockMomentum is building for a breakthrough in international treaty talks on plastic reduction after two years of deadlock.
Countries call for binding targets to cut plastic production after talks failBinding global targets for cutting plastic production are essential for any treaty to effectively fight plastic waste.
Hope of breakthrough at international plastic treaty talks after two-year deadlockMomentum is building for a breakthrough in international treaty talks on plastic reduction after two years of deadlock.
Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverageNegotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.
European leaders pledge support for Ukraine on 1,000 days of warG20 leaders urged a global pact to tackle hunger and called for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing international collaboration during the ongoing conflict.
Opinion | Want to End Poverty? Focus on One Thing.World leaders must reimagine their approach to development, prioritizing access to clean energy as fundamental to improving health, employment, and nutrition.
Damilola OgunbiyiDamilola Ogunbiyi is advocating for equitable energy transition through global cooperation and initiatives like Mission 300 to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030.
Opinion | Want to End Poverty? Focus on One Thing.World leaders must reimagine their approach to development, prioritizing access to clean energy as fundamental to improving health, employment, and nutrition.
Damilola OgunbiyiDamilola Ogunbiyi is advocating for equitable energy transition through global cooperation and initiatives like Mission 300 to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030.
Two suspected cybercrooks arrested in infostealer stingInternational law enforcement has disrupted significant cybercrime networks involving Redline and Meta malware, leading to arrests and charges against key individuals.
Operation Synergia II sees Interpol swoop on cyber crimsInterpol's Operation Synergia II resulted in 41 arrests and substantial seizures targeting cyber criminals across 95 countries.
Two suspected cybercrooks arrested in infostealer stingInternational law enforcement has disrupted significant cybercrime networks involving Redline and Meta malware, leading to arrests and charges against key individuals.
Operation Synergia II sees Interpol swoop on cyber crimsInterpol's Operation Synergia II resulted in 41 arrests and substantial seizures targeting cyber criminals across 95 countries.
Starmer hails shared UK-US values after Trump winUK officials express unity and collaboration with Trump after his election victory.
Russia's Putin hosts expanded BRICS summit DW 10/22/2024The BRICS summit showcases Russia's strategic partnerships despite geopolitical isolation and emphasizes the importance of collaboration among its member states.
NCSC chief warns of gap in cyber threats and defence capabilities | Computer WeeklyThe UK warns of a growing gap between rising cyber threats and defense capabilities, calling for united global action to strengthen cyber resilience.
UK unites nations to discuss closing global cyber skills gap | Computer WeeklyUK government aims to lead a global dialogue on cyber security and skills.
NCSC chief warns of gap in cyber threats and defence capabilities | Computer WeeklyThe UK warns of a growing gap between rising cyber threats and defense capabilities, calling for united global action to strengthen cyber resilience.
UK unites nations to discuss closing global cyber skills gap | Computer WeeklyUK government aims to lead a global dialogue on cyber security and skills.
About 80% of countries fail to submit plans to preserve nature ahead of global summitOver 80% of countries have not submitted biodiversity plans to the UN, risking ecosystems.This year marks a critical moment as nations must demonstrate their commitment to biodiversity goals.
United Nations wants to treat AI with same urgency as climate changeThe UN proposes a global initiative for AI governance to manage its risks and benefits for all nations.
World's first global AI resolution unanimously adopted by United NationsGlobal resolution on AI adopted by UN General Assembly aims to enhance data protection and uphold human rights.Resolution viewed as toothless but popular in AI industry due to lack of binding agreement.
United Nations wants to treat AI with same urgency as climate changeThe UN proposes a global initiative for AI governance to manage its risks and benefits for all nations.
World's first global AI resolution unanimously adopted by United NationsGlobal resolution on AI adopted by UN General Assembly aims to enhance data protection and uphold human rights.Resolution viewed as toothless but popular in AI industry due to lack of binding agreement.
President Biden to Host Global AI Safety Summit In San Francisco In NovemberBiden's AI safety summit will prioritize actionable measures to address risks from AI, with participation from experts worldwide.
Govts, tech firms vow to cooperate against AI risks at Seoul summitGlobal cooperation essential to address AI risks and ensure human control.
World leaders need to get serious' about AI, experts warn as summit opensWorld leaders urged for stronger AI risk action as consensus paper highlights slow progress since last summit.
President Biden to Host Global AI Safety Summit In San Francisco In NovemberBiden's AI safety summit will prioritize actionable measures to address risks from AI, with participation from experts worldwide.
Govts, tech firms vow to cooperate against AI risks at Seoul summitGlobal cooperation essential to address AI risks and ensure human control.
World leaders need to get serious' about AI, experts warn as summit opensWorld leaders urged for stronger AI risk action as consensus paper highlights slow progress since last summit.
Scoop: U.S. wins China's support on AI human rights voteChina's co-sponsorship of the U.N. AI resolution is a significant diplomatic win for the U.S.AI has the potential to help achieve Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Data on SDGs are riddled with gaps. Citizens can helpA course correction is urgently needed to achieve the UN's 2030 Agenda, with only 17% of SDG targets currently on track.
Announcement of ICAIRE's Classification as a UNESCO Category 2 Center at the Global AI SummitSaudi Arabia advances international AI ethics and research through ICAIRE's UNESCO classification.
Scoop: U.S. wins China's support on AI human rights voteChina's co-sponsorship of the U.N. AI resolution is a significant diplomatic win for the U.S.AI has the potential to help achieve Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
Data on SDGs are riddled with gaps. Citizens can helpA course correction is urgently needed to achieve the UN's 2030 Agenda, with only 17% of SDG targets currently on track.
Announcement of ICAIRE's Classification as a UNESCO Category 2 Center at the Global AI SummitSaudi Arabia advances international AI ethics and research through ICAIRE's UNESCO classification.
U.S., China and other nations convene in Seoul for summit on AI use in military | TechCrunchCountries are seeking to establish a framework for responsible military AI use at a two-day summit in Seoul.
I Almost Croaked': Bill Clinton in Awe of Trump's Audacity in Claiming America Was More Respected' Under His WatchClinton criticized Trump's belief that the world respected the U.S. during his presidency, emphasizing the importance of alliances and global cooperation.
Russian duo confess to cyber heist that forced $500 million in ransom paymentsRussian nationals plead guilty to role in LockBit ransomware attacks, contributing to over $500 million in ransom payments.Hackers often take refuge in countries like Russia, impeding Western law enforcement efforts to curb ransomware attacks.
The Fortress': A Norwegian Export About the Danger of Closed BordersThe show 'The Fortress' explores themes of pandemic, isolationism, and government corruption, emphasizing the importance of global cooperation to solve world issues.
Top AI firms worldwide pledge safety measures at Seoul summitTech companies made new safety commitments during a global AI summit in Seoul, ensuring transparency and accountability in AI development.
Global AI tech companies agree to set of safety outcomes in world first'A precedent for global AI safety standards set by 16 tech companies committing to safety outcomes.
Pope Francis joins G7 summit to talk AI with world leadersPope Francis will attend the G7 summit in Italy focusing on AI, a historic first for the pontiff.
Swedish, US officials see promise of AI but also the need for global agreementsAI technologies have vast potential across sectors but require responsible usage and countermeasures against unsafe practices.Global cooperation is necessary to establish ethical guidelines and guardrails for the development and application of AI.Sweden and the U.S. advocate for democratic values and joint efforts to develop AI in a safe, secure, and trustworthy manner.
The UN adopts a resolution backing efforts to ensure artificial intelligence is safeThe UN approves the first AI resolution to ensure technology benefits all nations and respects human rights.The resolution emphasizes the importance of AI being safe, secure, and trustworthy while protecting against potential harm.
UN adopts US-sponsored, and non-binding, AI resolutionUN adopts resolution on AI development standardsResolution emphasizes safe, secure, trustworthy AI systems
The UN adopts a resolution backing efforts to ensure artificial intelligence is safeThe UN approves the first AI resolution to ensure technology benefits all nations and respects human rights.The resolution emphasizes the importance of AI being safe, secure, and trustworthy while protecting against potential harm.
UN adopts US-sponsored, and non-binding, AI resolutionUN adopts resolution on AI development standardsResolution emphasizes safe, secure, trustworthy AI systems
German top diplomat Baerbock to forgo second chancellor run DW 07/11/2024Annalena Baerbock will not represent the Green Party in upcoming elections due to a focus on crises and global cooperation.
China and U.S. agree on something as Washington supports Beijing-sponsored UN resolution urging rich countries to close widening AI gapThe United States and China are collaborating on shaping the future of AI through UN resolutions.
The World Desperately Needs a New Pandemic TreatyNegotiations for a pandemic treaty for future preparedness stalled, but historic reforms of the International Health Regulations were adopted in June 2021.
Digital persecution of LGBTQ+ individuals in the MENA regionCybercrime laws in the MENA region target dissent and LGBTQ+ individuals, leading to unjust prosecutions and undermining freedom of expression and privacy.