Category : Regulation


EU Digital Identity Wallet: 2026 Rollout and Risks

The EU Digital Identity Wallet launches in 2026, offering free digital IDs for 80% of citizens by 2030, with benefits like fraud reduction but risks including cyber threats and data privacy concerns.

Washington Steps Up Scrutiny of Prediction Markets

US lawmakers are pushing for regulation of prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, citing concerns over insider trading and ethical issues, with bipartisan bills and White House warnings emerging.

Tech Firms Lobby EU to Hide Datacentre Emissions

An investigation reveals US tech companies, led by Microsoft, successfully lobbied the EU to adopt a confidentiality clause keeping datacentre emissions secret, potentially violating transparency laws.

Maine Passes First Statewide Data Center Moratorium

Maine's legislature has approved a yearlong freeze on large data centers, citing fears over blackouts, rising electricity bills, and water usage. This move reflects growing political resistance to tech giants' energy-intensive projects.

FAA Approves Anti-Drone Lasers for Border Security

The Federal Aviation Administration has declared counter-drone lasers safe for flights after a review, following airspace closures in Texas earlier this year. New protocols aim to prevent disruptions.

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