This August, most parts of the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) will officially come into force across the EU. Policymakers and regulators outside Europe are watching closely. The big question: can this ambitious law help rebuild a healthier, more resilient media ecosystem at a time when journalism faces constant disruption and unprecedented threats? This supranational […]
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The Digital Landscape of Japan: What Has Been Done and Can Be Done – An Binh Nguyen
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory December 2024 Report. Overview Japan is an island nation located in East Asia with a population of 124 million people. Having its position amongst developed countries, Japan has its economy backed up by advanced technology, a robust industrial base and a manifested high living standard. […]
NetMission Digest – Issue #28: From Global Collaboration to Fierce Competition & the Rise of DeepSeek (Monday, March 17, 2025)
The Paris AI Action Summit was meant to be a defining moment for global AI governance, bringing together leaders to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. However, a sharp divide emerged when the United States and the United Kingdom declined to sign the declaration on inclusive and sustainable AI. Their absence raises key questions: Was […]
Digital Rights Under Siege: Navigating Data Scraping and the Battle for Journalistic Freedom
Human rights online encompasses digital freedom that protects individuals’ privacy, expression, and access to information in a connected world. These rights are crucial for ensuring democratic participation and safeguarding personal dignity while exercising fundamental rights. Recently, numerous human rights violations have emerged, from unauthorized data scraping by AI companies to systematic harassment of journalists, threatening […]
Forging Ahead: Lawrence Wong and the Next Chapter of Singapore’s Digital Future – Amelia Ayang Sabrina & Ngan Pham Thu
*This article is originally published in the Asia Pacific Policy Observatory December 2024 Report. New Face, Old Regime 2024 has become a historical year for Singapore, as it has had its fourth Prime Minister (PM) since independence in 1965. Lee Hsien Loong, the former PM who had served for 20 years, advised the President to appoint […]