EU tests Matrix protocol to replace US communication platforms

The European Union ramps up efforts to slash reliance on American technology amid geopolitical tensions with Washington that expose digital vulnerabilities. France plans to migrate 2.5 million public servants from platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams to a national videoconferencing solution by 2027,......

Spain proposes raising social media age limit to 16

The Spanish government plans to prohibit access to social media platforms for children under 16, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Tuesday during the World Governments Summit in the United Arab Emirates. Sánchez explained that the measure aims to protect minors from online risks,......

OCP partners with Mistral AI to accelerate its AI-driven transformation

The OCP Group has announced a strategic partnership with French artificial intelligence company Mistral AI, aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of its operations through advanced AI technologies. The agreement was signed in Paris as part of OCP’s Bionic program, led by its business......

India considers social media restrictions for minors amid rising online risks

Indian authorities are exploring regulations that would restrict access to social media for minors, citing growing concerns over compulsive usage and exposure to harmful content. The proposal was included in a government document presented to the federal Parliament in New Delhi, ahead of the upcoming......

French lawmakers vote to ban social media for children under 15

French lawmakers have approved a bill banning access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to protect young people online. The measure, adopted overnight by a large majority, is strongly supported by the government and President......

Emmanuel Macron pushes for a ban on social media for children under 15

French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed strong support for a proposal to ban access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15, with the aim of implementing the measure as early as the next school year. The initiative reflects growing concerns in France about the impact of digital......

Musk says Grok needs moral constitution amid global deepfake backlash

Elon Musk's xAI faces intense worldwide scrutiny as its AI chatbot Grok triggers investigations, bans, and lawsuits across multiple countries for producing non-consensual sexualized images of women and children. This crisis prompted Musk to admit Grok requires a "moral constitution," coming......

France plans to ban social media for under-15s starting 2026 school year

The French government has proposed a law to prohibit social media access for children under 15, set to take effect at the start of the 2026 school year. The draft legislation, which consists of two main articles, would make it illegal for online platforms to provide social networking services to minors......

Nations accelerate AI expansion amid rising energy strain and investment risks

Japan has unveiled a five-year plan to invest around 1 trillion yen (approximately $6.34 billion) in a new artificial intelligence venture, positioning itself among global powers seeking control over the technological and economic foundations of AI infrastructure. The initiative, backed by SoftBank and......

Israel introduces nationwide ban on mobile phones in primary schools

Israel will implement a nationwide ban on mobile phone use in primary schools starting February 2, marking a major shift in its education policy aimed at limiting the growing influence of smartphones on young students. The Ministry of Education announced that primary school pupils will no longer be......

Moroccan engineer wins France’s top innovation award for sustainable construction technology

Moroccan civil engineer Ouijdane Qacami has achieved global recognition by winning the prestigious Prix Pépite 2025, France’s foremost award for young innovative startups. Her groundbreaking company, Strucmedica, specializes in concrete durability diagnostics, offering cutting-edge solutions......

Chatgpt share feature abused to spread atomic macos stealer

Cybercriminals are weaponizing ChatGPT’s chat sharing feature in a new campaign that installs Atomic macOS Stealer, also known as AMOS, on Apple computers while posing as a guide to a fake “Atlas browser” for macOS. The operation targets a broad audience of macOS users and cybersecurity......

FAN 2025: A celebration of digital artistry and innovation

FAN 2025, the Digital Arts Festival held in Benguerir and Khouribga, Morocco, has established itself as a pioneering platform for the convergence of creativity, technology, and immersive experiences. The event has brought together digital artists from across the globe to showcase their work through workshops,......

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